As a veterinary professional, I would encourage anyone to try Clinical Canine Massage. Heidi, my 14-year-old Parsons Terrier, suffers with arthritis, but now she can go on longer walks and is generally a happier dog. Regular maintenance sessions ensure we continue to reap the benefits that Clinical Canine Massage has brought to our much-loved family member.” #terrier #arthritis #olderdog

Heidi, Parsons Terrier, Arthritis, Senior Dog Gary, Leamington Spa
Heidi, Parsons Terrier, Arthritis, Senior Dog

Our Guild therapist was so patient with my old guy Kipper with his arthritis and leg problems. What impressed me was the willing advice and knowledge: she always has time for any queries and problems that I may have. I highly recommend it.

Kipper, Arthritis, Older Dog Gill McGonigle
Kipper, Arthritis, Older Dog

The level of our Clinical Canine Massage therapist’s knowledge and understanding means that I now feel more confident dealing with Sam’s arthritis. #caninearthritis

Sam, Arthritis 
Sam, Arthritis

After reading an article titled “Arthritis in Old Dogs Doesn’t Have to Be a Death Sentence” I contacted my Guild Therapist for my elderly arthritic Spaniel Spud. After 3 sessions of Clinical Canine Massage Spud had a new lease of life. He was able to stop most of his medication and his quality of life in his last 6 months was the best it could be. I now take my other dogs for treatments. #spaniel #arthritis

Spud, Working Cocker Spaniel, Arthritis Catriona Lackie, Forfar
Spud, Working Cocker Spaniel, Arthritis

Our Labrador, Millie, has been on strong pain medication for osteoarthritis and she can act very strangely at times. After three sessions of Clinical Canine Massage, the whole family noticed how much younger she appeared, and how she was playing with other dogs again. Her strange behaviour has stopped, and we’ve got our Millie back! #labrador #arthritis

Millie, Labrador, Arthritis Jan, Ipswich
Millie, Labrador, Arthritis

When he first visited our Guild Therapist, JJ was an arthritic 12-year-old Labrador (now nearing 14). He was clearly uncomfortable when exercising, despite painkillers. He has found Clinical Canine Massage extremely beneficial, he has far more freedom in his movement and he absolutely loves the actual massage. #labrador #arthritis

JJ, Labrador, Arthritis 
JJ, Labrador, Arthritis

Bailey, Golden Retriever, Arthritis, Cushing’s DiseaseOur 12 year-old Golden Retriever, Bailey, was really struggling with arthritis, on top of his Cushings disease. He doesn’t trust easily but the Guild therapist took time and patience to establish a relationship. What a difference!! Massage has not only improved his mobility he also so much happier and has a twinkle back in his eye. Don’t hesitate to try this therapy for your dog. #goldenretriever #goldies #guildtherapist #dogsarthritis #caninecushings #happydog

Bailey, Golden Retriever, Arthritis, Cushing’s Disease 
Bailey, Golden Retriever, Arthritis, Cushing’s Disease

Our elderly dog has both arthritis and muscle wastage but thanks to my Guild therapist’s magic touch, Harvey our Golden Retriever was happy and comfortable enough to enjoy his 13th birthday a couple of days ago! I would wholeheartedly recommend Clinical Canine Massage therapy to anyone. #goldenretriever #oldage

Harvey, Golden Retriever, Old Age, Arthritis, Muscle Wastage Sue Parkinson, Morpeth
Harvey, Golden Retriever, Old Age, Arthritis, Muscle Wastage

Ash is a 12-year-old Greyhound with arthritis and a poor appetite. He’s unbalanced and wobbly but right from the first session of Clinical Canine Massage, Ash had an improved appetite and was less stiff and hasn’t fallen over, which he used to regularly. #Greyhound, #Arthritis, #Stiffness

Ash, Greyhound, Arthritis, Stiffness Jenny, Worcestershire
Ash, Greyhound, Arthritis, Stiffness

My dog, Cassie, is 11 years old and gets very sore as a result of osteoarthritis. Normally very protective of her painful spots, Cassie trusts her Guild Therapist implicitly and, amazingly, actually presents her sore shoulder for treatment!” #arthritis #olderdog

Cassie, senior dog, arthritis Sue Russell, Cambridgeshire
Cassie, senior dog, arthritis

I don’t know what you did, but our black Lab has never slept through the postman before. He suffers arthritis due to elbow dysplasia, and he often struggles on his walks, but when he woke up following his first Clinical Canine Massage session he was giddy with excitement and more playful than he’s been for a long time. #Labrador, #Arthritis, #Elbow Dysplasia, #Slowing Down

Labrador, Arthritis, Elbow Dysplasia, Slowing Down 
Labrador, Arthritis, Elbow Dysplasia, Slowing Down

Maggie, our 13-year-old Collie, was suffering with stiffness due to arthritis. Clinical Canine Massage came highly recommended from a very satisfied client. From our first session the difference was apparent, both physical and mentally, giving Maggie a new lease of life. #collie #olderdog #arthritis

Maggie, Collie, Arthritis, Older Dog Collette, Doncaster
Maggie, Collie, Arthritis, Older Dog

My dog, Amos, was very old and in pain due to severe arthritis. Our Guild therapist worked gently, slowly and carefully around his conditions, and so from the start Amos trusted her. My only regret is that we didn’t find out about Clinical Canine Massage sooner.

Amos, Arthritis Ginny Holly, Herefordshire
Amos, Arthritis

Bella, my 10-year-old Staffy, was very stiff and sore from her oseoarthritis, and needed help getting on the couch until we tried Clinical Canine Massage. Now, she races around like a pup and doesn’t even need help leaping into the car. #arthritis #staffy

Bella, Staffy, Arthritis Kerry Duggan, Southend On Sea
Bella, Staffy, Arthritis

Bunty, whippet, arthritisAfter an operation last year, Bunty is now suffering with arthritis. She was in so much pain we thought we may lose her. However, with pain relief and regular Clinical Canine Massage sessions she is leading a very happy life. The sessions have been so beneficial that the vet is hoping to reduce her pain medication. Even though her arthritis will never go away her Canine Massage sessions are allowing her to lead a very happy life.

Bunty, Whippet, Arthritis Greer, Stirling
Bunty, Whippet, Arthritis

Canine arthritis and its management

Clinical Canine Massage for Senior Dogs

Clinical Canine Massage for Senior Dogs

Clinical canine massage for senior dogs has lots of benefits. A dog is classed as senior from around the age of nine (depending on size and breed). As your dog matures, the repetitive, normal activities of daily living (ADLs), such as walking, running and playing start to take their toll on the body. This impacts muscles and joints and results in reduced mobility and flexibility.

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