Equine & Canine Massage Therapy

In addition to the many Human massage therapies, Bodywork Connections is cross-trained & certified in Equine and Canine Massage Therapy.

"The General"

Equine and Canine Massage is modeled after human sports massage and was developed to use on Work-ing athletic animals, ie: guide/search & rescue dogs, draft/racing & cutting horses.The technique  includes compression, cross fiber friction, pressure points & petrissage of muscles to increase circulation, reduce muscles tightness, stimulate joint mobilization. It is beneficial to all animals but is especially helpful to those with stiff joints, hip dysplasia, arthritis, and over use syndromes. It has been known to improve the disposition of some animals.

It improves the quality of the pet’s life.  Massage can and will  promote a healthier life for your ‘best friends‘.