Intentional Touch
Canine Massage
Who Can Benefit from Massage
Inactive dogs
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increases rate and depth of respiration
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benefits their skin, coat and joint mobilization
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stimulates the lymphatic system which stimulates
and enhances the immune system
Active Dogs
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benefits overworked and compensating muscles
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increases strength, endurance and conditioning
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encourages balance in the way they use their bodies
Indoor Dogs
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Increases rate and depth of respiration
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increases flexibility and blood circulation
End of Life Care
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a gentle massage of empowerment offering support
and encouragement. It is palliative care.
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comforts your dog's body and gentles his spirit
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helps you and your dog bid each other, fare-thee-well
Excerpted from Pet Massage TM literature
Our mutual need to touch and be touched may be one reason why the bond between humans and dogs become so strong.
-Small Dog Place Blog