Jonathan’s Helpful Hints
Canine urinary incontinence
Canine urinary incontinence Aquatic PetMassage just discovered a novel treatment for some dogs’ urinary incontinence. It’s a breakthrough! It will save dogs lives! This is a recent testimonial in the…
Read MorePetMassage on The Dog Face
There are areas on your dog’s face that connect with internal organs and their corresponding meridians. Forehead: bladder and intestines Temples and ears: kidneys Between eyebrows: liver and stomach Nose:…
Read MoreGrieving Cat’s Aquatic PetMassage is Transformative
I just facilitated an in-hand swim session in the PetMassage heated indoor hydrotherapy pool…with Chloe…a cat. Chloe’s mom was nervous, apprehensive about putting her kitty in water. Naturally. For Chloe…
Read MoreThose Blasted Research Papers – Awesome Info!
Sharing a message from one of the graduates of our PetMassage program. Hi! One of my own rescued adult puppy mill dogs has just been diagnosed with luxating patellas –…
Read MoreWaves inspire canine massage.
Waves tracing patterns in the sand: what could be more inspirational! The water and wind flowing rhythmically along the shore aligns perfectly with the flowing dance of massage. Whenever I…
Read MoreNote of appreciation from a former PetMassage graduate
Note of appreciation. Every once in a while, we get a note of appreciation for the work we are doing growing and teaching PetMassage. This is one we received last…
Read MoreNotice how each particle moves.
Notice how each particle moves, Notice how everyone has just arrived here from a journey, Notice how each wants a different food, Notice how the stars vanish as the sun…
Read MoreLet’s Dash to Unify Opposing Camps.
I’ve read that there are 10 kinds of people in this world. Those who understand binary numbers and those who don’t. I remember the moment I made a commitment to…
Read MoreWishbones: more than you probably wanted to know.
We humans have an innate need to have some sense of control of our futures. We believe that with focus and intention we can influence the making of our dreams…
Read MoreWhat happens in Vegas.
What happens in Vegas. We’ve all heard (or said), “What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas.” Or New York, or Chicago, or Miami, or —-. Canine massage is not like…
Read MoreCanine massage is therapy for dogs’ minds and spirits.
The more I practice canine massage, the more I appreciate that there is so much more that I am influencing than the anatomical nuts and bolts, fluid dynamics, and interdependent…
Read MoreInspiration: Where does it come from?
What’s that suggestion? Moving your hands over the dog, you listen. You are open to hearing the faint stream of suggestions that will help you make sense of what you…
Read MoreIn times like these we need to learn conscious grounding.
We are inundated with information. It’s coming from everywhere. The content is on so many subjects that it is overwhelming. It’s hard to know what’s true, what’s not; what’s relevant,…
Read MoreSenior dog massage
One of the good things we’ve learned during the pandemic is that dog owners are maturing in their appreciation of their dogs. Especially their older, more vulnerable dogs. They are…
Read MoreSacred geometry of Reiki Power Symbol Cho Ku Rei
During a recent dinner with friends, I heard the term “sacred geometry.” It was spoken in reverence. Sotto voce. So it got my attention. As soon as I had an…
Read MoreSumi-e PetMassage
Japanese Ink Painting I had an intriguing lesson last weekend. I attended a short workshop on Sumi-e painting. I rediscovered and reclaimed a freedom that I had nearly forgotten. I…
Read MoreHey Rocky, want to see me pull a rabbit out of my hat? Again Bullwinkle?
Last week I was massaging a sweet senior dog. I could not walk her during her PetMassage assessment because her hind legs kept crossing and getting tangled beneath her. She…
Read MoreGait Observation For PetMassage
We can only know for sure what effects our massage is having on the dogs if we’ve first established a baseline for their movement. Then, we can recognize changes from…
Read MoreCanine massage enhances dogs quality of life. The word “ameliorate…
Does canine massage really enhance dogs quality of life? In a word, yes. The word “ameliorate” describes the intention, the purpose, the rationale, the function of massage for dogs. Speak…
Read MorePresence within Presence within Presence. Breakthrough Session.
A Graduate of the PetMassage Foundation Level Program writes: Fascia wonders I had the honor to administer some love on an absolutely gorgeous Doberman by the name of Jochen yesterday. …
Read MoreEar bone’s connected to the lip bone.
Ear bone’s connected to the lip bone. Massaging dogs is a kind of meditation for me. I’m aware of my breathing, my heart rate. I’m open to what’s going on…
Read MoreProtests for Canine Massage
Protests all over the planet are revealing a lot about us and our culture. We’re learning that there are disconcerting versions of our history, our education, our culture, even our…
Read MorePandemic Insights and Opportunities
The Covid-19 pandemic has revealed a lot about us and our culture. One thing it has shown us is just how much we depend on our dogs for our basic…
Read MorePetMassage practices can grow in many directions
We are always interested in the progress of our students. Please indulge me as I share an email that we just received. It describes how she is applying the information…
Read MoreHave you ever wondered if dogs have sacroiliac problems? And if they do, can massage help?
As part of their training, students must write a short paper on a topic suggested by the instructor. This is one of the post-workshop requirements for them to earn their…
Read MoreLet’s figure this out and learn ways to play with each other. Life…
Let’s figure this out and learn ways to play with each other. Life lessons from a tiny dog. At the beginning of our stay at home and shelter in place…
Read MoreCovid19 update
Hi, This is one more message that you’re getting because of the Covid19 pandemic. We affirm that you and your loved ones are healthy. We affirm that you are maintaining…
Read MoreCanine massage instruction with a PetMassage
Check out the new PetMassage home study course, “Senior Dog Massage for the Canine Massage Practitioner.” This expands on the book “How to Massage My Senior Dog.” Or, if you…
Read MoreWhen you’re stressed, massage therapy can help you.
Check out the new PetMassage home study course, “Senior Dog Massage for the Canine Massage Practitioner.” This expands on the book “How to Massage My Senior Dog.” Or, if you…
Read MoreWhen you’re stressed, massage therapy can help you.
I usually use this forum to share my thoughts on the importance of massage for our dogs. That is important; and, just like the preflight instructions when you fly, when…
Read MoreYour next career is helping animals.
I thought someone might identify with this Facebook request for help. This person was deciding whether or not Vet Tech school was the best venue for her to help animals.…
Read MoreTending a meditation garden. Use a reik.
You’re massaging a dog and your attention is drawn to something unusual. It could be in the coat, like a burr, a matte, or a clump of organic matter. It…
Read MoreDog massage for rigid top lines
The tension we see and feel in dogs is always protective. They may be self-restricting their movements for several reasons. They may be experiencing a pain that is at a…
Read MoreThe ebb and flow of waves inspire canine massage innovations.
Waves tracing patterns in the sand: what could be more inspirational! There’s an organic sensibility to water and wind flowing along a sandy shore. It aligns perfectly with the nonverbal…
Read MoreToning the spirit of your distant or deceased animal.
There is another application for toning; one that I thought I’d save for another of my Helpful Hint blogs. Add it to your energy work. Charge your palms by rubbing…
Read MoreHmm…Toning in Canine Massage.
When I was very young while visiting my grandfather, I learned a valuable lesson. I recall being in a sunlit porch with him and a couple of his buddies. One…
Read MoreWhen thoughts and feelings arise.
One minute of relaxed uncontrived sitting is better than an hour of forced “no thought” posturing. It is natural for thoughts and feelings to arise. Let them pass without feeling…
Read MoreBest massage ever.
Bliss. You’ve heard the Joseph Campbell admonition to “follow your bliss.” That’s exactly what I get to do in every PetMassage. Just last week I described my excitement every time…
Read MoreResolutions require resolve. Or, just who do you think you are?
Here we are. It’s the end of January. And you’re reading yet another blog about resolutions. Will they never end? Goals. Do you remember setting goals for yourself a few…
Read MoreIs massaging dogs/animals as hard on the therapist’s body as it can be when massaging humans?
I received an email from someone who states “I am interested in your program to become certified in canine massage. I was a licensed massage therapist for about 15 years…
Read MoreIn times like these we need to learn conscious grounding.
We are inundated with information. It’s coming from everywhere. The content is on so many subjects that it is overwhelming. It’s hard to know what’s true, what’s not; what’s relevant,…
Read MoreMentoring Canine Massage.
I love to massage dogs. Even more than massaging dogs, I love training and mentoring others to massage dogs. I envision the workshops we teach as vocational training. I have…
Read MoreDog Massage Clients: One and Done’s and Dogs That Require Several Sessions
Many of the dogs I massage are “1 and done” clients. They get one massage. They are happy. They make the course corrections they need. And, I may not see…
Read MoreTreadmills and An Introduction to Active Dog, Sport Dog Massage.
One of the most creative names I’ve heard people call their dogs is “Five Miles.” As they clip the leash to the collar they announce “I’ll be back soon. I’m…
Read MoreHappy Thanksgiving.
As we spend the weekend with friends and family, it’s easy to fall into old familiar patterns. It’s imperative that we remember that we are no longer who we were.…
Read MoreBefore and After’s Buddy’s PetMassage
Rather than describe a canine massage this week, I ask that you take a minute to watch this short video. It’s this dog’s second session. The transformation from “before” to…
Read MoreResearch Is Part of PetMassage Training
As part of the PetMassage Foundation Level Program, in addition to completing the hands-on workshop, written canine massage documentations and videos, and home study courses in canine anatomy, dog handling,…
Read MorePinecone offers insights into canine massage.
I was taking a walk with our two dogs. When we are in the park, I’m always scanning the trail for who knows what I might trip over: branches, tree…
Read MoreThe dog’s truth: Who he is in contrast with who he could be.
The dog’s truth: Who he is in contrast with who he could be. The only way we can sense something is if it is against a contrasting backdrop. Activity in…
Read MoreHow The Dance reverses dogs brain and physical degeneration.
How The Dance reverses dogs brain and physical degeneration. As our dogs grow older, they suffer a decline in mental and physical fitness. Since our dogs age just like we…
Read MoreSit on a stool while giving a canine massage.
Sit on a stool while giving a canine massage. Using a stool will make your canine massage practice easier and more enjoyable. You’ll experience less fatigue and discomfort. You’ll add longevity to your…
Read MoreCanine Aquatic Massage.
Canine Aquatic Massage. Massaging dogs in a heated swimming pool is an under-utilized therapy that is endorsed by many veterinary and animal rehabilitation resources. The trainers and handlers of sport…
Read MoreLipomas, lumps and bumps
Lipomas, lumps and bumps, from the perspective of PetMassage canine massage. This discussion is part of the preparation for the continuing ed workshop I will be facilitating, at the IAAMB/ACWT…
Read MoreLiving the dream and including pets in Hospice care.
Living the dream and including pets in Hospice care. Living the dream. I recently overheard a fellow describing his job as “living the dream.” When he said it, he used…
Read MoreLearn PetMassage techniques from the videos on the PetMassage Training and Research Institute YouTube channel.
This weekend, as you are searching for some meaningful entertainment on your mobile device, we invite you to visit our YouTube channel: PetMassage Training and Research Institute. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTLn7J2DR9LIwM1WzXu5B3w Watch, share,…
Read MoreMake some serious waves. Practice PetMassage.
Make some serious waves. Practice PetMassage. Imagine yourself sitting in your kayak in the center of an 82 acre pond*. It’s early in the morning. It’s quiet. The air is…
Read MoreAddressing the effects of isolation and getting the support we need.
Addressing the effects of isolation and getting the support we need. There’s a factor that is often detrimental to our success and the longevity of our canine massage practices. Most…
Read MoreWhen Did You Know You Were a Healer?
When Did You Know You Were a Healer? As canine massage practitioners we cannot claim to heal. Our manipulation of dogs bodies redistributes fluid to restore balance and function. Projecting…
Read MorePSA, Public Service Announcement: Use PetMassage to help your dogs survive-and sleep through-Fourth of July fireworks.
PSA, Public Service Announcement: Use PetMassage to help your dogs survive-and sleep through-Fourth of July fireworks. Independence Day fireworks are highly stressful to sensitive people and sensitive dogs. Let’s focus on the victim…
Read MoreWe just got the following request for information.
We just got the following request for information. Message: Good morning! My name is —-, I am seventeen and am an upcoming junior in high school. I was wondering what…
Read MoreHave you heard of the Dunning-Kruger Effect?
Have you heard of the Dunning-Kruger Effect? Do you know what you don’t know? What if you could find out what you don’t know? We can be confident about the things…
Read MoreSubscribers comments
Subscribers comments Thank you subscribers for taking the time to share your thoughts on my Dog Bite blogs. Here are some of the comments we received. Marianna T. Thank you…
Read MoreCanine Massage Lymphatic Drainage
Canine Massage Lymphatic Drainage Lymphatic drainage is a therapeutic massage treatment. The goal of lymphatic drainage in the massage is to increase the flow of lymph and reduce toxins in…
Read MorePetMassage and Circulation
PetMassage and Circulation. When we ask people to describe the benefits of canine massage, the first thing that comes to mind is that it improves dogs circulation. It sounds good;…
Read MoreWhat do Positional Releases feel like?
What do Positional Releases feel like? During positional release, we hold the dog’s body -in a position- and observe how in the tissues under our hands release tension. We describe…
Read MoreThe school you choose for training needs to fit your personality.
I just responded to an inquiry from a RVT about our school. You may have similar questions. If you do – even if you don’t – please read on. She…
Read MoreGrounds for exercises in intuition.
Grounds for exercises in intuition. As I was taking my morning coffee I noticed a tiny chunk of grit on my tongue. I looked down at my cup; there on…
Read MoreCanine aquatic massage and underwater treadmills
The Benefits of Hydrotherapy was the topic this week on Dr Karen Becker’s blog on the Healthy Pets Mercola website. https://healthypets.mercola.com/sites/healthypets/archive/2019/04/11/pet-hydrotherapy.aspx Karen discusses aquatic therapy from the perspective of her…
Read MoreWhat’s in Your Pet First Aid Kit?
What’s in Your Pet First Aid Kit? From the perspective of canine massage, first aid includes the gentle manipulation of the dog’s body, his environment and his activities. We use…
Read MoreStretching at Joints
Stretching at Joints In its most basic form, stretching is a naturally instinctive activity; it is performed by humans and many other animals. Stretching often occurs instinctively after waking from sleep, after long periods…
Read MoreA Walk in the Woods is open to interpretation.
A Walk in the Woods is open to interpretation. Last weekend I attended a concert at our local university. In this essay I work through understanding how to experience a…
Read MoreFasciae Collaboration
Fascia Collaboration. Let’s learn about what it is, how to identify it, influence it to help our dogs, and share the love. In September 2019 I will be one of…
Read MorePast Life Skills Include Dog Massage
Practicing and Figuring It Out Some things come easily; some take practice until we get it right. I noticed a pattern in the way I mastered skills. I identified a…
Read MoreWe are our own seers.
Alyce Sorokie, the author of Gut Wisdom, Understanding and Improving Digestive Health, shared a powerful poem during a presentation I attended in Chicago. I’d like to share it with you.…
Read MoreEvery Moment is Life Defining.
Every Moment is Life Defining. Camille, our boxer slipped while we were walking around our neighborhood. She stepped on a patch of ice hidden under the snow. Her legs flew…
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