Give your older dog a new lease on life
Massage can’t turn back the clock and give
your dog his youth back. But I often hear from
owners that their dog seems more lively and
energetic after a session. Some even want to
play, something they haven’t been interested
in for quite a while.
Many older dogs suffer from arthritis, morning
stiffness and cramping. Quite often older dogs
have a hard time getting around and as a
result of that, the muscles grow weak.
Massage increases their mobility by reducing
stiffness and lets the dog move about more
easily. It improves the tone of the muscles and
can replace some of the exercise that
the dog isn’t getting otherwise.
Dogs with heart or kidney problems benefit
from massages, also. The increased circulation
brings nutrients to the extremities and releases
endorphins, the body’s own “feel good” drug.
The increased circulation helps the body get rid
of toxins that easily build up in the tissue.
Therapeutic massage gives them a new lease
on life.
Please remember that massage is never a substitute for veterinary care.
