Have you ever had a deep tissue massage? Feels amazing doesn't it? What, never had a massage?! My friend you need to get one!
My mommy does mine at home. She learned the proper techniques by reading a couple of articles on the internet and in magazines for dogs. Then she tried her stuff out on my, and AWWWW.... It feels so good.
Mommy starts at my head, face, and neck. She gently applies pressure to my neck muscles and rubs up in down with her fingertips wiggling my strained old muscles. Then she takes the pressure and moves up toward my head. Awww... Then she goes down to my neck again, and up to the head.
When she gets to my face, she eases up. The pressure is soft as she glides across my cheekbones. She rubs my chin and neck softly. Then she glides up to the neck and begins on my shoulders.
She applies a firmer pressure which really loosens up my shoulders! Mmmm!!!!!!!!!! She slowly rakes her fingers into my back, a warm tingling spreading over everywhere she touched! Oh, heaven!
I begin to close my eyes as she moves down to my legs and paws, with a firm but soft pressure. She soothes my tired paw pads and whispers softly to me. She whispers about what a good girl I am, and how much I deserve my massage.
She works her way down my back, and rubs my thighs and back legs. She works her fingers in good and loosens up my strained legs. I let loose and drift off into a day dream. She gently rubs my tail...Aww..
After my massage she brushes me to get off all the loose fur in my undercoat. Massages come in good handy when one wants to get rid of dead hairs.
Be sure to come and read my diary tomorrow! I have pictures from when I went to the park and a tale to tell you!!
Bye for now!
My mommy does mine at home. She learned the proper techniques by reading a couple of articles on the internet and in magazines for dogs. Then she tried her stuff out on my, and AWWWW.... It feels so good.
Mommy starts at my head, face, and neck. She gently applies pressure to my neck muscles and rubs up in down with her fingertips wiggling my strained old muscles. Then she takes the pressure and moves up toward my head. Awww... Then she goes down to my neck again, and up to the head.
When she gets to my face, she eases up. The pressure is soft as she glides across my cheekbones. She rubs my chin and neck softly. Then she glides up to the neck and begins on my shoulders.
She applies a firmer pressure which really loosens up my shoulders! Mmmm!!!!!!!!!! She slowly rakes her fingers into my back, a warm tingling spreading over everywhere she touched! Oh, heaven!
I begin to close my eyes as she moves down to my legs and paws, with a firm but soft pressure. She soothes my tired paw pads and whispers softly to me. She whispers about what a good girl I am, and how much I deserve my massage.
She works her way down my back, and rubs my thighs and back legs. She works her fingers in good and loosens up my strained legs. I let loose and drift off into a day dream. She gently rubs my tail...Aww..
After my massage she brushes me to get off all the loose fur in my undercoat. Massages come in good handy when one wants to get rid of dead hairs.
Want to the the proper techniques of a good massage? Here is a good article on it!:
Does your dog seem tense and stiff? Maybe even a little crabby? If so, consider giving him a massage. A properly performed massage can help release pent up stress and negative energy, resulting in a calm and more peaceful pet.
The sensation of simple touch of the fur (skin) to the manipulation of muscles has shown to enhance the human animal bond, and sometimes even establish it. For the inactive and older pet, as well for the young or working pet, the owner can provide a gentle comforting touch. This helps provide security and calmness and will aid in relieving stress. Be aware that at home massage is different than the massage done by a certified massage therapist. These trained people can provide a more thorough massage, incorporating a variety of techniques.
The benefits from massage are many:
Massage should always be a calming and gentle activity. Before you begin, make sure your dog is in a comfortable and quiet place. A table, the floor or even on the couch, are good places. The area should be padded and clean, and have plenty of fresh water available. This will allow the pet to receive the most benefit from the massage. The most important part of a massage is relaxation. Do not force your pet to submit to a massage if he really isn't interested. Never massage a lump and do not use massage in an animal with a fever or an infection. As with anything else, there may be times when massage does not help.
A couple of basic techniques that you can use at home include effleurage and passive touch. These are applied only three times during each session.
Effleurage:
Effleurage is a gentle, long stroke, which helps to warm the tissue. The amount of pressure applied to the animal is about 5 grams to a pound. This is a very, very light touch. One hand is on the pet at all time, while the other hand slowly slides down over the face, head, body, tail and outside of the legs. Make sure to go in the direction of the hair growth. Next, gently stroke up the inside of the legs, against the hair growth.
With hand over hand efflurage, one hand starts a stroke as the other hand ends a stroke. This leaves one hand connected to the animal at all times. Centripetal efflurage is a circle motion toward the heart. Be careful not to pull the hair. Do not touch areas of infection, open wounds or lumps.
Passive Touch:
When passive touch is applied, it is done with no pressure at all. Your hand is held on a muscle group only. A hand is held on the head, shoulder, along the side or the thigh and hip. This is done for a few moments. It will produce calmness, and help to relieve some pain. Your pet will be comforted by this weightless touch. Passive touch can be done anytime, while watching television or while out on a walk. Again, areas of infection, bony areas, open wounds and lumps are not touched.
Does your dog seem tense and stiff? Maybe even a little crabby? If so, consider giving him a massage. A properly performed massage can help release pent up stress and negative energy, resulting in a calm and more peaceful pet.
The sensation of simple touch of the fur (skin) to the manipulation of muscles has shown to enhance the human animal bond, and sometimes even establish it. For the inactive and older pet, as well for the young or working pet, the owner can provide a gentle comforting touch. This helps provide security and calmness and will aid in relieving stress. Be aware that at home massage is different than the massage done by a certified massage therapist. These trained people can provide a more thorough massage, incorporating a variety of techniques.
The benefits from massage are many:
- Increased flexibility
- A general sense of wellness
- Reduction of pain
- Increased circulation
- Calmness
Massage should always be a calming and gentle activity. Before you begin, make sure your dog is in a comfortable and quiet place. A table, the floor or even on the couch, are good places. The area should be padded and clean, and have plenty of fresh water available. This will allow the pet to receive the most benefit from the massage. The most important part of a massage is relaxation. Do not force your pet to submit to a massage if he really isn't interested. Never massage a lump and do not use massage in an animal with a fever or an infection. As with anything else, there may be times when massage does not help.
A couple of basic techniques that you can use at home include effleurage and passive touch. These are applied only three times during each session.
Effleurage:
Effleurage is a gentle, long stroke, which helps to warm the tissue. The amount of pressure applied to the animal is about 5 grams to a pound. This is a very, very light touch. One hand is on the pet at all time, while the other hand slowly slides down over the face, head, body, tail and outside of the legs. Make sure to go in the direction of the hair growth. Next, gently stroke up the inside of the legs, against the hair growth.
With hand over hand efflurage, one hand starts a stroke as the other hand ends a stroke. This leaves one hand connected to the animal at all times. Centripetal efflurage is a circle motion toward the heart. Be careful not to pull the hair. Do not touch areas of infection, open wounds or lumps.
Passive Touch:
When passive touch is applied, it is done with no pressure at all. Your hand is held on a muscle group only. A hand is held on the head, shoulder, along the side or the thigh and hip. This is done for a few moments. It will produce calmness, and help to relieve some pain. Your pet will be comforted by this weightless touch. Passive touch can be done anytime, while watching television or while out on a walk. Again, areas of infection, bony areas, open wounds and lumps are not touched.
Be sure to come and read my diary tomorrow! I have pictures from when I went to the park and a tale to tell you!!
Bye for now!
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