Canine Massage Services

Professional massage and myotherapy and are important elements of a complete wellness program for your dog and integrate readily with all forms of canine health care, complementing veterinary and chiropractic care.  Whether your dog is elderly, an athlete, a show dog, or simply a beloved canine companion, myotherapy and massage treatments can support and help maintain your dog’s health and happiness.

Aquamassage, now offered at ForYourK9!  Utilizing massage in warm water is very beneficial for reducing muscle soreness and works well in conjunction with a swimming program.  And If your dog needs to learn to swim we are there to carefully teach your dog to do so only if willing.

Myotherapy, which literally means muscle therapy, is a method for relieving pain based on manipulation of trigger points in the body.  Incorporating Trigger Point Myotherapy can help relieve pain, swelling and stiffness, improve range of motion and flexibility, increase muscle tone, increase circulation and promote healing.  Canine massage is the application of hands-on techniques to restore and/or maintain a dog’s physical capabilities.  Massage can be used to help dogs relax, to reduce anxiety, to condition the canine athlete, to assist in recovery from injuries and to ease chronic pain.

Maintenance & Relaxation Massage
…for general well-being and early detection of health changes.  Helps assess and maintain health and wellness.  Your dog will be more accepting of all kinds of handling – from the vet to the groomer.

Recuperation Massage
…for post surgery and dogs recovering from injury.  Massage helps reduce pain, speed the healing process and assists in releasing the toxic effects of anesthetics.

Sports Massage
…for the canine athlete.  Massage helps prepare them mentally and physically for the event and reduces the chance of injury.  Massage comforts tired muscles and reduces the potential for cramping and post-exercise soreness.

Massage for Aging and Elderly Dogs
…enhances quality of life.  Massage energizes the mind and helps dogs cope with the stiffness and discomfort that comes with arthritis.  Massage passively stimulates your dog and helps them move when they have trouble moving themselves.  Movement heals!

Professional Massage and Myotherapy
Our massage therapists are certified in canine myotherapy and trained in Western and Eastern massage techniques. After an initial assessment, we will determine a personalized course of action for your dog.  In the case of injury, disease, or chronic conditions, we will consult with your veterinarian or canine chiropractor to verify an integrated approach to your dog’s care.  For more information, contact us at massage@caninemassagechicago.com.

In Home or Office
We offer massage services in your home or in a facility where your dog may be boarded, most massage services will be done at For Your K9 in Melrose Park, IL.  We also offer services at various Chicagoland locations.  First time sessions include a comprehensive evaluation during which we learn your dog’s medical history, perform an assessment of your dog’s gait and flexibility, and offer tips for in-home massage. First time sessions cost $80 and include a “How to Massage Your Dog” DVD.  Session costs from then on vary based on session length and the individual needs of the dog.  We offer in-home sessions with travel costs applied. Sessions can last anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour depending on the dog.  We never work on a dog that doesn’t want to be touched.  Most dogs, however, are very happy and willing to receive this type of work.  Contact us at massage@caninemassagechicago.com if you are interested in setting up an appointment.  See our Locations pages for offices that provide our pet massage services.

Expanding Services
We are happy to contact your local day care center, veterinary clinic or pet business to discuss bringing Canine Massage Chicago services into their business.  Our goal is to provide therapy at affordable costs to the general public.

If you operate a veterinary office, day care facility, or dog service and would like CMC to provide professional massage services, please contact Denise@caninemassagechicago for more info.