Poppy and Seren my two working Labradors and I were not disappointed, and I could see the difference in them after the first treatment. The two of them now fight to be first on the massage bed!! I see regular Canine Massage as a critical part of keeping them fit and active going forward. Claire, Shefford #workinglabrador #muscularinjury

Poppy, Seren, Working Labradors, Older Dog, Muscular Injury Claire, Shefford
Poppy, Seren, Working Labradors, Older Dog, Muscular Injury

After just one session of Clinical Canine Massage, Beege, our 11-year-old Staffordshire Bull Terrier seemed less anxious. She has now stopped reacting to loud or strange noises. Beege was also a little lame on one of her front legs and could not sit without hopping from one leg to another. After three sessions, Beege is no longer doing this. She also appears to be in less pain and is also recovering more quickly from longer walks. #staffie #anxiety #olderdog

Beege, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Lame, Anxious Ms Tingle, Worcestershire
Beege, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Lame, Anxious

Greyhounds, 9-year-old Jam and 10-year-old Bolt have both been treated with Clinical Canine Massage. Since then, Jam has been a week without needing pain relief and Bolt hasn’t had pain relief for two weeks. Both are happy, eating well and enjoying their gentle walks again. I can highly recommend this treatment to anyone that has an ageing Greyhound. Make an appointment today to see your local Guild Therapist, it really does help! #olderdog #greyhound

Jam and Bolt, Greyhounds, Muscular Injury Karen, Suffolk
Jam and Bolt, Greyhounds, Muscular Injury

Kylo, my 4-year-old boisterous black Labrador, who initially just wanted to play, relaxed and almost nodded off during his Clinical Canine Massage session. During the treatment, his trigger points were addressed. The next day he didn’t want to do much, but I was told to expect that. He is now walking ‘properly’ having lost the side-to-side swagger and his coat changes have gone. #labrador #muscularinjury

Kylo, Labrador, Muscular Injury Eileen, Speyside
Kylo, Labrador, Muscular Injury

DaisyI noticed Daisy wasn’t managing a full body shake and was giving a little Yelp when moving her head. After a trip to the vet and nothing serious and pain relief for a few days. Amazingly the massage therapist managed to fix her with a few massages. Fantastic result for Daisy who is a whippet and although she is 12 can still be a bit speedy. Great to have a guild therapist there when we need her. #muscularinjury

Daisy, Muscular Injury Kay
Daisy, Muscular Injury

My 5-year-old Lurcher, Bobby, was showing signs of stiffness in one of his back legs. I was unsure if it was okay to continue agility training. During his Clinical Canine Massage, the Guild Therapist found that he had a muscular strain and associated tension. Afterwards he showed no signs of stiffness. I also received brilliant aftercare advice, which helped get Bobby back to agility again. Clinical Canine Massage helps me keep my dog fit and healthy for our hobby. #lurcher #agility #muscularinjury

Bobby, Lurcher, Agility, Muscular Injury Hannah Turner, Cambridgeshire
Bobby, Lurcher, Agility, Muscular Injury

After three sessions of Clinical Canine Massage, our 8-year-old Labrador Cross, Isaac, is now bouncier than ever. He was struggling with a limp and stiffening up after any exercise. Now he looks a lot healthier and he even holds himself like a dog three years younger. #labrador #limping

Isaac, Labrador, Limping D James, Market Drayton
Isaac, Labrador, Limping

Ruby had a lipoma removed from her right trunk which resulted in lameness in front right leg and extreme tension in neck and shoulder muscles on the right. After a couple of sessions she is still amazing, very spritely and happy… no limping at all.  I just can’t thank you enough!

Ruby, Chocolate Labrador, lameness, tension 
Ruby, Chocolate Labrador, lameness, tension

Barney, my 2-year-old Cockapoo is one very happy and relaxed doggy! Thank you! Our Guild Therapist has worked wonders on his tight muscles and has also coached me through some canine anatomy and massage techniques that I can do myself. #cockapoo #muscleinjury

Barney, Cockapoo, Muscle Injury 
Barney, Cockapoo, Muscle Injury

Our Guild Therapist not only gave Buddy, our 9-year-old Border Collie, time to settle and relax, but was also able to confirm an old injury site. Buddy enjoyed his Clinical Canine Massage so much he fell asleep! We’ll be back for maintenance massages to ensure all is well.” #collie #olderdog

Buddy, border collie, injury Helen, Suffolk
Buddy, border collie, injury

After trying so many different therapies for our Flat Coated Retriever, Luna, nothing helped as dramatically as Clinical Canine Massage. After three sessions she had stopped limping and started playing with her dog friends again. I highly recommend you to give Clinical Canine Massage a try! #limping #lame

Luna, Flat Coated Retriever, Limping 
Luna, Flat Coated Retriever, Limping

My 3-year-old Staffordshire Bull Terrier had developed a limp from overcompensating after an injury. After just a few sessions of Clinical Canine Massage his whole body has loosened up, he’s happier and limp free. #postinjury #staffie

Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Limping, Overcompensation Sarah, Suffolk
Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Limping, Overcompensation

The work our Guild therapist has done with Etta is amazing. I highly recommend anyone whose pet is ailing from an injury, to get in touch with their local Guild Therapist to try Clinical Canine Massage. It doesn’t matter if it’s a show dog or a pet, they are our babies and deserve the best of care. #postinjury

Etta, Muscle Injury 
Etta, Muscle Injury

One word: WOW! Ernie, our 3-year-old Jack Russell Terrier was showing signs of discomfort in his back. After three sessions of Clinical Canine Massage he was a different dog. We also noticed his anxiety had subsided too.” #jackrussell #anxiety #terrier

Ernie, Jack Russell Terrier, back pain Rhonda, Warwick
Ernie, Jack Russell Terrier, back pain

Our Guild therapist was very patient with Jack, who had a few old injuries and issues, and he was much more relaxed by the third session of Clinical Canine Massage. There was a noticeable improvement after each session, and for the first time in a long time he actually just ran round in circles rather than chasing my other dog, Lexi. I will definitely have more Clinical Canine Massage sessions in future to keep him feeling young and for Lexi who competes in flyball. #olderdogs #flyball

Jack, Muscular Injury, Flyball Rebecca Coates
Jack, Muscular Injury, Flyball

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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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