Pet massage therapy is similar to the conventional massage therapy used for the relaxation and stress relief of human beings, except for the fact that this type of therapy is used mainly on animals instead of on humans. This type of treatment offers animals the benefits of soothing up and improving their health conditions. Sounds familiar? That is because human massage therapy and pet massage share the same objective in healing, relaxing and improving the health of their patient.

Pet massage therapy uses different massage strokes (without the massage oil) all over the body of the pet to increase circulation, relax muscle tensions, remove stress and improve the nervous system. Regular massage therapy for your pet will improve their immune system and thus making them much more active and alert.

You can bring your pet to a pet salon which is the best place to have massage therapy for your pet as they specialize in this type of treatment. Most pet salons have licensed massage therapist that are skilled and knowledgeable in this method of therapeutic massage for animals. However, if you don’t want to go to a pet salon for a pet massage therapy you can always do it at home. Simply choose a spot where there are no distractions. A quite room is a perfect place for you to massage your pet. Rest your pet on something that cushions the weight of the animal as you will be applying pressure during the massage therapy.

You can use your fingers, palms and thumbs when massaging your pet. A simple way of doing this is by using your fingertips and massage in a circular motion. This way your pet will calm down as you stimulate the nervous system as well as the muscle tissues all over the animal’s body. Make sure that you are using a gentle motion of your fingers and a mild level of pressure to avoid your pet from getting hurt or uncomfortable during the massage therapy. Depending on your preference, you can position your pet which way is much more accessible and convenient for you.

You can also make your pet relax by just holding your palm on an area of your pet’s body for a while. This technique will make your pet feel protected and comfortable just by knowing that you are there for him or her. Slowly move your hand from the different areas of the pet’s body from time to time.

Effleurage on pet is also used on this type of massage therapy although the use of massage oil is lacking. Your hands’ gentle and slow strokes enable the muscle tissues to relax by releasing muscle tensions that causes body pains such as spasms and cramps. The continuous stroke warms the muscle of your pet which causes stress and body pain to be reduced or relieved. Long strokes from the head to the bottom of the back part of your pet can also relax and put your pet to sleep. Just by looking at your pet’s face you can see how relieved and relaxed your pet is with your massage therapy.

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