Why massage?
A brief overview of why massage is so beneficial for our animal companions.
The benefits of sports massage for animals
Improves circulation and as a result, promotes more rapid healing of injuries.
Enhances muscle tone and increases range of motion.
Reduces inflammation and swelling in the joints so that pain is relieved.
Relieves tension.
Stimulates circulation in the lymphatic system and hastens the elimination of waste products and toxins.
Lengthens connective tissue and so breaks down/prevents the formation of adhesions and reduces the danger of fibrosis.
Generally improves the disposition of the animal.
Maintains the entire body in better physical condition.
Aids in preventing injuries and loss of mobility.
Boosts athletic performance and endurance.
Restores mobility to injured muscle tissue.
Extends both the good health and the overall life of the animal’s athletic career.
About the massage:
All massages are full-body massages and they address all of the major and minor areas of concern. For equines and other large animals, the massage generally takes an hour. This is also the case for any animal above the size of a 50-pound dog. Animals smaller than this may take as little as 20 minutes based on their behavior and how many pressure points need to be treated.
Pricing:
Animals under 50 pounds are $35 Examples: Small breed dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, etc.
Animals over 50 pounds are $45 Examples: Medium to Large breed dogs, goats, sheep, alpacas, etc.
Horses and other large animals are $90 Examples: Horses, miniature horses, cows, etc.