{"id":222,"date":"2014-08-18T08:56:39","date_gmt":"2014-08-18T08:56:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.canadapetcare.com\/blog\/?p=222"},"modified":"2014-08-18T08:56:39","modified_gmt":"2014-08-18T08:56:39","slug":"how-helpful-is-pet-massage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/canadapetcare.thepethost.com\/how-helpful-is-pet-massage\/","title":{"rendered":"How Helpful Is Pet Massage???"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Massage for your dog, it may seem little odd for you but as humans gain benefits from massage therapy same as your pet friend do benefit from it. When pet massage is given by professional therapist to your pooch, he cover ups the whole lot of massage science including anatomy, psychology and kinesiology \u2013 which practically benefits your dog\u2019s overall physical and mental health.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-223\" title=\"how helpful is pet massage\" src=\"http:\/\/www.canadapetcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/how-helpful-is-pet-massage.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Massage is very highly beneficial when a dog is suffering from certain conditions such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Difficulty in jumping<\/li>\n<li>Reluctance in climbing the stairs<\/li>\n<li>Going in and out of a car<\/li>\n<li>Lameness<\/li>\n<li>Changes in walking behavior<\/li>\n<li>Reduced mobility<\/li>\n<li>Stiffness after walking or exercise<\/li>\n<li>Loss of appetite<\/li>\n<li>Difficulty in rising, sitting or posturing to eliminate<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you find that your pooch is suffering from any of these above symptoms then you can definitely help to ease these conditions through massage therapy. For your furry friend, massage is like pampering, which eventually strengths bonding between you and your pet.<\/p>\n<p>You can associate it with healthcare also. Pet owners often fail to recognize the benefits of massage for their lovable companions. The technique can have an imperative impact on the soft tissues of your pet\u2019s body along with his biological systems. Thence, it greatly elevates the body strength while making muscles strong helping them to sustain stressful muscle conditions.<\/p>\n<p>What benefits pet massage therapy can have on your pet?<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Massage reduces pain and discomfort from chronic pain, stiffness, inflammation and muscle pain.<\/li>\n<li>It is highly helpful in arthritic conditions relaxing painful joints.<\/li>\n<li>Helps in muscle tone and improves muscle efficiency<\/li>\n<li>Massage helps in easing muscle spasms.<\/li>\n<li>It reduces anxiety and stress along with easing emotional trauma.<\/li>\n<li>Massage promotes longevity and slows degenerative processes<\/li>\n<li>Massage therapy increases energy levels, concentration power and alertness<\/li>\n<li>It heightens immune system and metabolic functioning<\/li>\n<li>Long-term massage therapy builds self-confidence, trust and sociability.<\/li>\n<li>Improve muscle tone, spinal and body alignment, flexibility and mobility.<\/li>\n<li>Massage therapy promotes blood and lymph circulation.<\/li>\n<li>It aids in faster healing from surgery or injury.<\/li>\n<li>Massage therapy provides overall well-being for your pet.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The benefits does not limit here, there are still numerous that just unveils as your dog undergoes massage therapy.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>It improves disposition<\/li>\n<li>Helps in lengthening connective tissues and<\/li>\n<li>Increases synovial fluid in joints<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you are wondering whether your pet can benefit from massage therapy or not, then there is no need to worry. Any dog can benefit from massage. Moreover, dogs in special conditions as mentioned gain a lot due to massage therapy.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Athletes \u2013 Pre and post condition<\/li>\n<li>Geriatric \u2013 Older dogs suffer from osteoarthritis and degenerative joint disease<\/li>\n<li>Overweight \u2013 common cause of health problems<\/li>\n<li>Working dogs \u2013 active dogs suffering from injury or other health issues<\/li>\n<li>Puppies \u2013 help with handling for future grooming, veterinary and other care<\/li>\n<li>Post surgery or injury \u2013 helps to recover faster<\/li>\n<li>Other reasons \u2013 new adoptions, bonding time with your pet<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Not limited to this, massage greatly enhances the overall body structure and strengthens muscles along with toning them. In fact, massage is a holistic form of care. Not limited to your pet\u2019s muscles and joints; massage therapy acts upon the entire body, restoring its mechanism, balance, and improving overall health of your furry friend.<\/p>\n<p>Do share your experience with us, if you have ever tried massage on your furry friend.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Massage for your dog, it may seem little odd for you but as humans gain benefits from massage therapy same as your pet friend do benefit from it. 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