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<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe Benefits of Canine Massage <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
There are a host of issues a clinical canine massage can work to improve, helping all manner of dogs from those that are ageing to those who need a little TLC after a hard day\u2019s work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
A few of the issues canine massage therapy can help include: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Coat and skin conditions <\/li>
- Injury recovery <\/li>
- Making dogs more comfortable with being touched <\/li>
- Neurological disorders <\/li>
- Orthopaedic issues <\/li>
- Pain and tension relief for working dogs <\/li>
- Pain relief for age-related conditions <\/li>
- Pain relief for hereditary conditions <\/li>
- Performance enhancement <\/li>
- Recurrent lameness <\/li>
- Soft tissue injuries <\/li>
- Uneven or faulty gait <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
By attending clinical canine massage therapy sessions, a dog can expect to: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Be in less pain <\/li>
- Have heightened mobility <\/li>
- Regain the ability to be active <\/li>
- Have lameness, limping or stiffness reduced or eradicated <\/li>
- Be more open to physical examinations and touch <\/li>
- Overcome muscular injuries <\/li>
- Return to normal posture and gait <\/li>
- Be happier and have an improved mood <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
What Happens in a Canine Message Session? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
There are a number of things a Canine Massage Therapist needs to tick off their list during a clinical canine massage therapy session. While your canine clients have been referred to you by a Veterinarian, there is a lot you need to establish before the hands-on work can get underway. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Once you have met your canine clients and given them an adequate amount of cuddles and kisses, you will need to perform a: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Gait Analysis <\/li>
- Postural Analysis <\/li>
- Superficial Tactual Exploration <\/li>
- Full Consultation, including a Medical History and Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Assessment <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
During the session you will also need to: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Discuss and establish the expectations of the therapy with the dog owner <\/li>
- Conduct the canine massage therapy session, normally lasting around 45-50 minutes <\/li>
- Provide full feedback to the owner, often via a visual description <\/li>
- Issue the owner with a home care plan and discuss and other recommendations <\/li>
- Advise them to come back for the required number of sessions you believe the dog will need to overcome their issue. This is typically 3 or 4 sessions, but some dogs require less <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nWhat Training Do You Need to be a Canine Masseuse? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
You don\u2019t technically need to have official qualifications to become a Canine Massage Therapist. However, it\u2019s illegal for anyone but the dog owner to treat a dog unless a Veterinarian has signed off on that treatment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Vets aren\u2019t going to refer dog owners to someone they don\u2019t think has the skills for the job. So, it\u2019s wise to study clinical canine massage to evidence your knowledge and skills. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
There are many canine massage books and workshops you can do to pick up the required skills. However, studying detailed canine massage courses UK, is often the best way to complete the thorough training required to develop a working knowledge of the muscular system. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
With Stonebridge Associated Colleges<\/strong><\/a>, you can study: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Principles of Canine Massage Diploma<\/em> <\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Through this course<\/strong><\/a>, you will: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Understand canine anatomy and physiology <\/li>
- Study the benefits of canine massage <\/li>
- Learn about different treatments for common canine issues <\/li>
- Complete your learning entirely from home <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Canine Massage Level 3 Diploma (RQF)<\/em> <\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Through this course<\/strong><\/a>, you will: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Gain the knowledge and skills for a successful career in canine massage <\/li>
- Learn how to effectively handle canines <\/li>
- Study canine behaviours <\/li>
- Explore numerous types of massage techniques <\/li>
- Study the theory from home then practice your new skills in a canine massage environment <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nStudy Canine Massage Courses Online! <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
By choosing to gain your canine massage therapy education via online courses, you can more easily juggle your course with your existing commitments. This makes retraining as a Canine Massage Therapist much easier, especially if you\u2019re doing so around your current employment or childcare responsibilities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
As one of the leading UK distance learning providers, Stonebridge Associated Colleges<\/strong><\/a> has multiple courses in canine care. If clinical canine massage therapy sounds like the career path for you, you can study courses that will kick start your new working life in this area online. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Find out more about the various canine massage courses we offer by talking to our Course Executives today. They can run you through the modules you will cover, the level of tutor support you will receive, and the payment options you can take advantage of. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Call them on 0121 392 8288<\/strong><\/a>, contact them online<\/strong><\/a> or click below to view the Canine Massage Level 3 Diploma (RQF)<\/strong><\/a> <\/strong>in more detail. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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