Dogs are constantly using their bodies, from everyday walks and play, to running, sporting activities and simply navigating life as they age.

Regular soft-tissue care can support healthy movement, flexibility and mobility, while helping us recognise subtle changes in how your dog moves and feels.

During a hands-on assessment, we look at your dog's movement and soft tissues to identify ares that may benefit from treatment.

Dogs can sometimes experience discomfort without obvious signs of pain. Subtle changes in behaviours, movement or daily activities can be worth paying attention to.

• Becoming slower or stiffer when getting up
• Hesitation to jump onto the couch, bed, or into the car
• Reduced interest in play or usual activities
• Changes in posture or movement
• Changes in stretching habits
• Increased panting, trembling or restlessness
• Changes in behaviour or temperament
• Muscle twitching or skin flickering when touched
• Areas that feel unusually warm or sensitive
• Changes in the way they shake their body
• Simply seeming 'not quite themselves'

If you notice changes in your dog's behaviour or movement it is worth discussing them with your Vet.

Canine Myofucntional Therapy can provide valuable support for dogs experiencing mobility challenges, muscular tension or recovering from injury or surgery.

Potential benefits include:

• Supporting muscle flexibity and healthy movement
• Maintaining joint mobility and range of motion
• Easing muscle tension, stiffness and compensatory soreness
• Supporting recovery following exercise, injury or surgery
• Promoting relaxation and reducing stress
• Supporting circulation and lymphatic flow
• Helping maintain mobility in senior dogs
• Supporting dogs with arthritis and age related mobility changes
• Providing complementary support for dogs with hip or elbow dysplasia
• Supporting dogs recovering from CCL surgery, amputation or other changes that affect movement
• Helping address compensatory muscle tension associated with altered movement patterns

Every dog responds differently, and treatment is adapted to their individual presentation. Canine myofucntional therapy is complementary care and does not replace veterinary dignosis or treatment.

Massage and bodywork can support your dog's physical and emotional wellbeing, helping them feel more comfortable, relaxed and at ease in their body.

Gentle, mindful touch can encourage relaxation and may be particulary beneficial for dogs who are anxious, senisitive of find handling challenging.

Creating a calm, positive experience can help build trust and confidence while supporting a deeper sense of relaxation.

Every dog responds differently, and sessions are always guided by their comfort, body language and individual response.