Pawsitive Strokes

Pawsitive Strokes is a Pet Massage CD produced by Lynne Flannagan, a masseuse.

The introductory portion of the CD covers the benefits of massage, which includes better relationship with your pet, a calmer pet, stimulating blood flow, etc. The remainder of the CD shows how to massage your pet. To demonstrate techniques, Ms. Flannagan massages a shepherd, and the camera catches the expression of the pet’s eyes and face providing all the proof we need that this is a 4-star therapy.

Example of strokes include slowly compressing the leg as the hand moves from the foot up to the shoulder or hip. Flannagan uses a gentle squeeze rather than a long rubbing motion, and the dog is completely happy.

Lynne Flannagan is founder of Paws That Matter in Southborough, MA. She works in conjunction with pet owners and holistic veterinarians.

If you’re not likely to massage your pet, but would like it to feel calm and peaceful, consider using a gentle flower remedy from www.SpiritEssence.com.