KM Canine Sports Massage Therapy

30/04/2024

26/04/2024

This is an excellent video - it is important to check the fit, movement and comfort of your collars and harnesses that you use on your dog.

Ill fitting or restricting walk wear can cause discomfort, pain and muscle tension.

12/04/2024

This handsome boy had a massage treatment yesterday - Ozzie shows some anxiety when being touched. Despite several vet and behaviourist visits, they hadn’t got to the bottom of why.

His first massage I took slowly with light pressure. He instantly relaxed! I have found a few areas where he wasn’t happy being touched - and I will build up working on those gradually - rather that overwhelming him on his first session.

Ozzie slept the rest of the day after his massage.

12/04/2024

Massage therapy is a highly respected form of holistic healing and practiced across the world. Not only has it developed in the human world, it has also been realised as a valuable profession within the animal world.

Various massage and stretching techniques can be applied, enabling the animal to not only perform to their full potential, but for those who may be having a quieter life, it can keep them supple, comfortable and using themselves correctly in their golden years.

Massage is proven to:

🐴Increase and improve circulation
🐶Enhance muscle tone
🐱Relax muscle spasm
🐘Prevent and relieve tension and adhesions
🫏Increase the range of movement

Massage has many benefits. It can be used to rehabilitate your animal from injury, relieve discomfort, stiffness, lameness and help restore mobility. The aim is to promote the relaxation of tight, inflexible muscles, to improve their elasticity and range of movement (ROM). In addition, massage can help to cope with a wide variety of conditions such as arthritis.

Massage therapists work to reduce pain, improve movement and restore normal control in animals as a result of musculoskeletal conditions or as part of a maintenance fitness/general health programme.

In competitive or working animals, massage may be used as an intrinsic part of the development of the animal athlete. Helping to minimise the risk of injury and optimise performance and potential.

By analysing and assessing posture, movement, and skeletal function, Massage Therapists can help develop holistic treatment plans alongside veterinary treatment. These can often be accompanied by exercise and rehabilitation programs.

https://iaat.org.uk/find-a-therapist/

10/04/2024

I’ve had a couple of appointments come available in April;

19th - 2 appointments
25th - 2 appointments

May;

9th - 4 appointments
10th - 2 appointments
16th - 4 appointments
24th - 3 appointments

Message me on WhatsApp for more information or to book 07457404980

10/04/2024

I am now live with Equicantis - using digital reports for my client visits, where I can easily manage my appointments, client data and reports which include animal diagrams and a guide and video to exercise prescriptions.

I created a dummy report this afternoon, so thought I would show you an example of how your report will look! Exciting!

29/03/2024

Happy Easter to clients, friends and family 🐣🐰🌼

02/02/2024

Happy Friday 🐾

30/01/2024

Kinesiology (tape) 🩹

Kinesiology tape, pronounced kuh-nee-zee-ol-uh-jee, is our featured therapy today. This specialised tape, often adorned with vibrant colours, is a marvel in the world of sports and rehabilitation - in humans and animals.

Kinesiology tape is a flexible adhesive tape designed to support muscles and joints, aid in injury recovery, and enhance performance.

For anyone seeking physical support and relief from muscle or joint discomfort often turn to kinesiology tape for its unique blend of flexibility and support.

Kinesiology tape can help reduce pain, improve circulation and fluid dynamics, and provide structural support, making it a versatile therapy tool.

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08/01/2024

Available for Canine massage as well on these dates.

03/01/2024

Some great information about Cruciate ligaments injury and rupture by Hamilton Specialist Referrals. Massage can support with pain relief and aid mobility prior to surgery and then supporting recovery and rehabilitation post surgery.

01/01/2024

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22/12/2023

Well, 2023 has flown by so quickly, I have my last massage treatments for 2023 tomorrow and then taking the extended break for our little one’s first Christmas. 🎄

I hope everyone has a happy and healthy Christmas and look forward to 2024 and new adventures.

Looking forward to meeting new clients and continuing to visit the furry friends I have made this year.

17/12/2023

Some really useful information for this festive period. 🐾

Christmas is a minefield for our furry friends and anything that is tasty or pretty to us, could be a potential danger for them.

Here's a guide to some of the things to look out for to ensure a safe and happy festive period for all.

12/12/2023

Is everyone ready for Christmas or is it a frantic dash on Christmas Eve?

05/12/2023

Excited to share that my availability for both equine and canine treatments will increase in February as I will be adding 2 more days to my working week. If you would like to book a treatment please pop me a WhatsApp via the link below.

20/11/2023

I am offering 20% off the purchase of e-gift cards which are perfect to treat a furry loved one for Christmas!

Purchase your e-gift card below which you can gift to a friend or use yourself saving money.

Use code BLACKFRI20 - expires Sunday 26th November

Valid for equine and canine treatments.

https://squareup.com/gift/MLQQK2SJXH5BF/order

09/11/2023

Well, it’s that time of year - it’s cold, wet and windy! So I am giving away an Equicoat to help you get through this winter and beyond! I love mine for doing the horses, walking the dog and anytime it is cold and raining. 🥶 Not just for horsey people!!

https://equicoat.co.uk/ref/KM-ESMT/

I have a medium (ideal size for 10-16) adults Navy Equicoat Original for our winner.

To enter
💥 Follow my page and Equicoat
💥 Like this post
💥 Share with your friends by tagging them below

Entries close 26th November and winner will be announced the following week.

You can also get 10% off Equicoat on the above link using code KMESMT10 - perfect Xmas gift!

Also being run on KM Equine Sports Massage and Rehabilitation

05/11/2023

The act of massaging muscles stimulates the release of endorphins, which helps to alleviate pain. If your dog has spent a long day running, playing, or swimming, this exertion can lead to soreness and stiffness in the joints and muscles. Massage will help to relax those muscles and release tense areas. A regular maintenance massage can help your dog stay in tip top condition.

29/10/2023

21/10/2023

I had some equine massages this morning, and couldn’t resist a play with this little one on the yard! A couple of gentle massage strokes saw some beautiful yawn releases and complete relaxation 💕🐾

16/10/2023

Do you think I should put this to the test for some of my wriggly dogs during massages! 😂

27/09/2023

I am delighted to share I have passed my canine massage course. A huge thank you to Animal Phyz for the wonderful training and patience as I tried to do this alongside being a new mum!

Thank you to all my model patients whom I was able to practice my massage techniques and develop my eye and touch to how a dog is feeling. I hope they all enjoyed their massages!

And my family and friends who have been there to look after little one so I had time to complete coursework and attend training.

A little break now, before I open my books to clients. I look forward to helping your canine friends with any pain, discomfort and rehabilitation through massage therapy.