therapy & exercises

canine myofunctional therapy (CMT)

Canine Myofunctional Therapy (CMT) involves non-invasive hands on massage that begins with a gentle soothing stroke that softens the skin and muscles and prepares the dog for more active techniques. As the massage progresses and the dog becomes more relaxed and deeper muscle work is applied to…

• break down adhesions,
• increase blood flow,
• eliminate toxins,
• hydrate skin and hair and
• provide relief for built up aches and pains.

CMT has been shown to assist in the relief of many conditions…

• Alleviate muscular pain, stiffness and tension
• Improve range of motion (ROM)
• Joint and ligament problems
• Arthritis
• Improve muscle tone
• Maintain and increase flexibility

Restoration of ‘normal’ function and improvements in range of motion are accelerated whilst using these massaging techniques.

canine rehabilitation (rehab) exercises

After massage and depending on the dog’s stage of progression a series of specific rehabilitation exercises will be used. Where the dog develops a mental block about using the injured limb and refuses to weight bear for example, we need to foster an environment for the dog to overcome this barrier. 

With a combination of specifically tailored rehabilitation exercises, using equipment from your own backyard, we encourage the dog to use their legs independently, weight bear and increase their length of stride. This is achieved by creating an environment where the dog is encouraged to rely on its instinctive ability to deal with that environment.

Engaging the dog in physical and mental aspects of rehabilitation, rehab4dogs strategies assist in the prevention of undue stress on other areas of the body and minimise possible further complications at a later stage.

small animal bowen therapy

Bowen Therapy is a hands-on therapy applying a series of cross fibre techniques to release muscles and fascia triggering and stimulating receptors in the body to aid in pain relief.

Bowen Therapy has been shown to assist in …

• Muscular and skeletal issues
• Circulation problems
• Flexibility
• Gait limitations
• Digestive and respiratory disorders