The majority of people that own a dog want to keep them healthy and well cared for.
The normal every day things that one might do for their canine friends, such as food, water and walks are all well and good.
But some owners have turned to a new, unique idea.
They figure that since as humans we can benefit from the art of massage, man's best friend could benefit as well.
What can pet massage do for your dog? Well, first off, the dogs that would most benefit from this type of therapy are as follows: Performance Dogs.
Canines that stretch and work their muscles daily are prone to injury.
Dogs that are kenneled.
Those dogs that are restricted in their movement because of being confined can end up with poor muscle tone.
They can develop tight and painful muscles and this can lead to other medical conditions.
This can be true for senior dogs and dogs suffering from arthritis as well.
Recovering Dogs.
Those that have had surgery can benefit greatly from massage.
It can increase mobility and promote healing There are so many benefits to canine massage.
Just like in humans, dogs can experience a sense of wellness, increased movement, reduction of pain, less soreness or stiffness, increased blood circulation and mental relaxation.
Pet massage can help dogs create and maintain a better quality of life.
Just like grooming, exercise and feeding, it is becoming an almost essential part of their health care.
When a dog is relaxed the muscles are soft and less tense.
This is part of the reason why most humans pay for massage - to in general just feel better.
For those that truly think of their dogs as part of the family, canine massage is just the next step in the care they already require.
It is something a little extra we can do for mans best friend to increase their overall well being.