Textures and patterns in the coat

As your hand passes over your dog’s body you notice the textures and patterns in the coat. Consider the tissue bed from which the hair follicles grow. Each hair has a complex set of roots that include nerve endings, glands for lubrication, muscles for movement, and blood vessels. Variations in the textures, patterns, shades, hues, temperature, moisture, and the sense of energy density are all indicators of cardiovascular balance within the tissues. 

With practice and experience, you will be able to tell the differences between acute and chronic conditions. 

With practice and experience you will be able to effectively facilitate your dog’s internal – and eternal – healing experiences.