If you are an animal lover, you want the best for your dog. Dog
massage is a powerful tool to improve the physical, emotional, and
mental health of your best friend. Dogs naturally seek, and readily
accept, the power of touch for healing and comfort.

Do you want your dog to feel and look better? Massage increases
blood and lymph fluid circulation in the body, aiding in the elimination
of toxins, boosting the immune system, speeding up metabolism, and
beautifying the coat and skin. Your dog will be rejuvenated by a
bodywork session.

Canine massage reduces pain and soreness, relieves tension,
improves structural balance, increases flexibility and shortens
recuperation times.
Pawsitive Feelings
Dog Massage

Orange Coast Magazine's "Best of" Dog Spa Services

Canine massage is a complement to veterinary care, not a substitute for it. When your dog is ill or injured, I
encourage you to consult your medical practitioner.

Each canine massage is tailored to your dog's specific needs. Before I begin, we will discuss your dog's
health history and I will observe your dog's movements (gait), eyes, gums, coat, and skin. My approach will
include elements of Swedish therapeutic massage, T Touch, and/or acupressure depending on what your
dog needs and responds best to. I may also utilize energy work, flower essences, and aromatherapy.

Massage is life enhancing for almost all dogs, but there are some special circumstances that particularly call
for the intervention and assistance provided by a canine massage.

Senior Dogs: Massage helps elderly and convalescing animals, especially those suffering from impaired
heart or kidney function. Arthritis, early morning stiffness, muscle cramps and some skin conditions will
improve with regular massage. Massage is an important stimulant for dogs that no longer exercise as
actively as they once did. Many of my Orange County dog massage clients are older dogs that I provide with
relief from arthritis pain.

Large Breed Puppies: Growing bones receive vital nutrients through blood circulation, which massage
improves. Large breed puppies benefit from attention to limbs in which joints are extended and flexed since
limbs grow at the ends near the joints. Fast growing breeds are prone to sprains and strains and massage
will accelerate the rate of healing and help alleviate 'growing pains'.

Performance Dogs (Athletes): Athletic dogs can strain their muscles, just like people. This includes the
'professional' canine athlete performing in agility, fly ball, herding, or obedience, as well as the 'weekend
warrior' who goes for a long hike or dog park play session. Dogs may hide their symptoms until they become
extreme. Their survival instincts tell them to hide their pain in order not to appear vulnerable. Also, dogs can
become so enthusiastic about what they are doing or so anxious to please their owners that they keep
performing even though injured. Pre-event massage warms up dogs by increasing blood flow to muscles. It
can also improve their focus and mental function. Post-event dog massage loosens up muscles and joints
and prevents stiffness and soreness. I incorporate canine stretching into my sessions for active dogs.

To make an appointment please email terry@pawsitivefeelings.com
I offer Orange County dog massage services or you can learn how to massage your own dog in my
do-it-yourself dog massage seminars or from my dog massage training DVD.

I also teach Rally Obedience Classes and provide personal dog training in Orange County. Contact me
if you need dog training, dog walking, or dog massage in the Orange County, California area.
Serving Orange County, California

Terry Senko
Certified Equine Canine Massage Practicioner
Certified Professional Dog Trainer

email terry@pawsitivefeelings.com