Rescue dogs and anxiety issues.
I see a lot of rescue dogs with separation
anxiety which makes life complicated for both
owner and dog – and no wonder! Think about
it for a second, a lot of them have been
abandoned, stayed at shelters, abused and
re-homed, some more than once.
That would be a traumatic experience for
anyone. Trust is often non-existent and needs
to be regained slowly. Gentle massage can aid
in the process, letting the dog reconnect and
learn to accept human touch. It helps release
fear and tension, relaxes the dog and helps
rebuild their confidence. It is very effective
to use a combination of massage, acupressure
and essential oils when working with anxiety issues.
Most issues will improve greatly through massage.
I do not work with dogs having dog on human
aggression issues. It is a behavior that needs
to be dealt with working with a skilled trainer
or behaviorist.
Please remember that massage is never a substitute for veterinary care.
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