If massage can help your dog you will see improvements in 1 - 3 sessions.
Your dogs first massage session lasts up to 90 minutes and you will need to bring a signed vet consent form with you. The session includes:
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an analysis of your dog standing, sitting and on the move.
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a few lifestyle and medical history questions
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a full body palpation to assess your dogs superficial musculature.
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a full body massage (as appropriate to your dogs needs and comfort level)
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advice to take home with you.
This initial consultation costs £75
All sessions after this cost £60 (or £65 in my Aylesbury clinic) and usually take 50-60 minutes. It is recommended that your dog has three initial treatments within a 3-6 week period. In this time we discuss any changes you have noticed, any concerns you have and tackle any questions you may have.
After three sessions we will discuss next steps and I will produce a report for your vet on my findings.
If you are not sure whether massage will benefit your dog, whether I am the right therapist for you or whether your dog will accept my touch you can always book them in for a Muscular Health Check (MOT) first. This is provided for a minimum £10 donation to NAWT Watford.
Remember I need vet consent to treat. If I am treating an injury or a diagnosed condition you may be able to claim the costs of treatment back from your pet insurance and a call to them to check this option would be recommended.