F.A.Q's
F.A.Q's
WHAT AREAS DO YOU COVER?
As a mobile therapist, i carry out treatment in the comfort of your own home, within a 20 mile radius of Rugby, Warwickshire, which will incorporate parts of Warwickshire, Leicestershire and Northamptonshire.
WHAT IS THE COST OF TREATMENT?
All sessions are £40. Payment can be made by cash, cheque or BACS.
Please note:
At least 24 hours notice is required to cancel or re-arrange an appointment, otherwise a penalty of £20 will be charged, payable prior to confirmation of a new appointment.
Appointments cancelled with less than an 1 hours notice, or fail to be at home, will be charged £40, payable prior to confirmation of a new appointment
HOW LONG WILL THE TREATMENT LAST?
The initial consultation lasts approx 1.5 hours. Subsequent treatments are 1 hour.
Please make sure your dog has had the chance to go to the toilet before your appointment.
AM I ABLE TO STAY WITH MY DOG DURING TREATMENT?
Dogs are generally more settled when their owners are present. However, if an owner is anxious or would prefer not to be present during massage, this is absolutely fine and I will happily treat without their presence. To get the most out of the session, massage is best done in a quiet environment where noise and stimulation is kept to a minimum. I politely request that you do not touch or talk to your dog during treatment unless instructed to do so.
HOW MANY SESSIONS WILL MY DOG NEED?
A maximum of 3 sessions is the normal requirement, spread out over weekly intervals. As each dog is different, some dogs may require less. For example, one appointment is sufficient for regular maintenance/ top ups.
WILL MASSAGE HURT MY DOG?
Some deep muscular release work can be painful. If you've ever experienced a sports massage, you will understand! However, I take extra care to warm up the muscles before any deep work is carried out and I make sure I use soothing strokes after deep work so your dog feels relaxed afterwards.
WILL MY DOG EXPERIENCE ANY SIDE EFFECTS?
After each massage session you may notice what is referred to as `The Healing Crisis'. A cleansing process that restores the dogs natural balance in order to heal itself through ridding the body of impurities, toxins and muscular imbalances. This typically lasts between 24-48 hours after treatment and is a perfectly normal reaction. All dogs react differently and will therefore experience symptoms in different ways. Some may be mild, severe or show no signs at all.
Signs and symptoms to look out for include:
- Lethargy
- Increase in sleeping
- Dog may be quiet or withdrawn
- Vomiting
- Increased joint/ muscle pain, including lameness
- Increased thirst
- More frequent urination/ defecation
WHEN SHOULD CLINICAL CANINE MASSAGE NOT BE PERFORMED?
A contraindication is a specific situation in which massage should not be performed. Carrying out treatment may be more detrimental than beneficial and in some cases may /cause harm. Contraindications to massage can include:
- Cancers e.g. Lymphoma (Palliative care is available on request)
- Regular epileptic fits
- Skin problems such as open wounds, fungal or bacterial conditions
- If a dog is suffering from shock
- A high temperature caused by fever or infection
- Acute injuries such as a torn muscle or ligament, sprains and broken bones
- Acute nerve problems such as neuralgia
- If a dog has had recent surgery
- Tumours or cysts not seen or diagnosed by a vet
- Gastrointestinal problems such as colitis and diarrhoea
- Acute rheumatism and arthritis
- If a dog has had a vaccination within the last 2 weeks
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