{"id":6889,"date":"2025-09-27T14:30:49","date_gmt":"2025-09-27T19:30:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/?p=6889"},"modified":"2025-09-27T14:31:06","modified_gmt":"2025-09-27T19:31:06","slug":"animal-massage-therapy-benefits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/animal-massage-therapy-benefits\/","title":{"rendered":"The Benefits Of Animal Massage Therapy"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/hire\/animal-massage\">Animal massage<\/a><\/span> has been gaining significant traction in recent years, which is fantastic. In my experience, most people seek me out when other options have failed. Their veterinarian may have recommended surgery, or they might not know exactly what&#8217;s wrong, but their pet is clearly in pain. Sometimes, they\u2019re told their pet is just aging and will have difficulty moving around. Occasionally, a vet might suggest massage therapy, but more often, it&#8217;s a family member or friend who brings it up.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Animal Massage Therapy<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>One of my clients, Keikli, was referred to me under such circumstances. His veterinarian diagnosed him with a cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) tear and recommended surgery costing $5,000. However, the vet also warned that there was a 70% chance Keikli could tear the other ligament within two years and only a 50% chance that the surgery would fully restore his ability to use the leg. A friend, who was also my client, advised Keikli\u2019s family to reach out to me. She knew I had successfully rehabbed my own dog from a similar injury without surgery and encouraged them to try massage therapy.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Duration<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Over the course of three months, we did biweekly massage sessions, followed by monthly sessions for two additional months. I also explained to the family that recovery from this kind of injury typically takes six months. After seven months, Keikli fully regained the use of his leg without surgery, no longer limped, and returned to his old, happy self.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Memorable<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Another memorable client was referred to me by a friend through Petworks. She worked for an individual who owned two abused horses, including one named Summer. Summer had severe inflammation across her body, which appeared like a blanket of fluid on her back. She couldn\u2019t be saddled without becoming extremely angry, couldn\u2019t canter properly, using her back legs together instead of separately, and reacted aggressively to even light touches.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-6834 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/petworks-logo-article-e1734545691243.png\" alt=\"Animal Massage Therapy\" width=\"704\" height=\"131\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/petworks-logo-article-e1734545691243.png 704w, https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/petworks-logo-article-e1734545691243-300x56.png 300w, https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/petworks-logo-article-e1734545691243-640x119.png 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 704px) 100vw, 704px\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\"><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><em><strong>Are you finding this article useful?<\/strong> <\/em>Would you like 100% free access to more articles like these, and free access to <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a style=\"color: #000080; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/request_quote\">over 5,000 vetted pet care service professionals<\/a><\/span> throughout the United States? <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a style=\"color: #000080; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/join\">Sign up here <\/a><\/span>for a free Petworks account, and we&#8217;ll email you a\u00a0 10% discount code, good towards your first pet care services booking on Petworks!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Challenging<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Summer was one of the most challenging cases I\u2019ve worked on but also one of the most rewarding. During our sessions, her transformation was remarkable. Her <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/equusmagazine.com\/horse-care\/woundcare_112006-8284\">scar tissue<\/a><\/span> began to fill out on her neck from an old bite injury, the inflammation reduced drastically, and she became more tolerant of touch. Her muscles softened noticeably after the very first massage.<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-7032\" src=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Petworks-Pet-Care-Hedgehog.png\" alt=\"Animal Massage Therapy\" width=\"108\" height=\"69\" \/><strong>Progress<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>After a month and a half of biweekly sessions, Summer&#8217;s progress was astounding. She could be saddled, cantered naturally, and the blanket-like swelling was completely gone. The dip in her neck had nearly filled out, and she was overall much happier and more comfortable. Thank you, animal massage therapy!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-7515 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Petworks-Pet-Care-Service-Pro-Tips-e1736622469982.png\" alt=\"Animal Massage\" width=\"120\" height=\"120\" \/>\u201cThere are just so many benefits to you and your furry family members\u2026As animal massage therapists, we benefit from it because it\u2019s pretty amazing to watch the animals. It helps owners bond with their pets, too. It can also help you develop community.\u201d &#8211; <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/rubi-sullivan-1195a46\/\">Rubi Sullivan<\/a><\/span>, Pet Massage Therapist<\/p>\n<p>Animal massage therapy is far more powerful than many people realize. It can address a wide range of issues, from arthritis and back problems to pulled muscles or partial ligament tears.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">About The Author<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-6891 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Devon_G-article.png\" alt=\"Devon Goehring\" width=\"172\" height=\"172\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Devon_G-article.png 172w, https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Devon_G-article-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Devon_G-article-100x100.png 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 172px) 100vw, 172px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Devon Goehring owns and operates <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/listing\/equine-and-canine-sports-massage-physical-therapy-kuna-id\">Little River Animal Massage Therapy<\/a><\/span>, which is based in Kuna, Idaho. She strives to bring your horse or dog an excellent sports massage experience, whether it&#8217;s a one time massage or multiples.<\/p>\n<!--[if lt IE 9]><script>document.createElement('audio');<\/script><![endif]-->\n<audio class=\"wp-audio-shortcode\" id=\"audio-6889-1\" preload=\"none\" style=\"width: 100%;\" controls=\"controls\"><source type=\"audio\/mpeg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/169-Old-Redding-Rd-22.m4a?_=1\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/169-Old-Redding-Rd-22.m4a\">https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/169-Old-Redding-Rd-22.m4a<\/a><\/audio>\n<h3 data-start=\"7576\" data-end=\"7805\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/infos\/about\">About Petworks<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-7722\" src=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Dr-Marty-Goldstein-Natures-Blend-Petworks-Nutrition.png\" alt=\"Dr Marty Goldstein Nature's Blend - Petworks Nutrition\" width=\"111\" height=\"109\" \/>In 2021, Dr. <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/dr-marty-goldstein-of-petworks\/\">Marty Goldstein DVM<\/a><\/span> joined the pet care platform Petworks as an advisor in its <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/hire\/animal-nutritionist\">Animal Nutrition<\/a><\/span>\u00a0care division. Dr Marty Nature&#8217;s Blend is\u00a0on a mission to help your pets live their healthiest lives possible.\u00a0Dr. Marty\u2019s pet nutrition expertise and guidance has helped Petworks evolve and become the preeminent animal and pet nutrition consultation service for pet\u00a0parents in North America.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-8658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/William-Bishop-Jr-Petworks-Pet-Nutrition.png\" alt=\"Bill Bishop Blue Buffalo Pet Nutrition\" width=\"96\" height=\"99\" \/>In 2022, <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/blue-buffalo-dog-food\/\">Blue Buffalo<\/a><\/span> Founder Bill Bishop Jr. joined Petworks as Senior Advisor in our Animal Nutrition Care Division. Bill brings his extensive expertise in pet food innovation and business leadership. His guidance helps Petworks enhance our pet nutrition service offerings, helping to ensure that pet parents throughout the world receive trusted, science-backed nutritional support for their dogs, cats, and animals.<\/p>\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">About The Author<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><em><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-10642\" src=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Kevin-Kinyon-2025.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"91\" height=\"108\" \/><\/em>Petworks<\/span><\/a> Co-Founder <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/kinyonkevin\/\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Kevin Kinyon<\/span><\/a> is a life-long animal lover who works tirelessly to improve the lives of pets and their parents. Human and animal qualities he values most are integrity, humor, and empathy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Animal massage has been gaining significant traction in recent years, which is fantastic. In my experience, most people seek me out when other options have failed. Their veterinarian may have recommended surgery, or they might not know exactly what&#8217;s wrong, but their pet is clearly in pain. 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