Lively Animal Massage - Franklin, MA

Member since May 2018

Lively Animal Massage is your go-to destination for comprehensive animal wellness, proudly serving the Franklin, MA area in-office and offering convenient home visits within a half-hour of Thompson, CT. With a wealth of experience since 2008, Lisa Ruthig is dedicated to enhancing the health and happiness of your beloved pets, whether they are cats, dogs, horses, or even more unique companions like chinchillas and hedgehogs. As a Certified Animal Reiki Practitioner, Certified Equine Massage Therapist (CEMT), and Certified Canine Massage Therapist (CCMT), she utilizes a holistic approach combining myofascial release, animal massage, and Reiki to help your animal achieve optimal wellness. Whether your goal is peak performance, swift recovery from injury, or a comfortable old age, Lisa is here to support your pet's journey.

Pet parents seeking the utmost in professional care will find Lisa Ruthig to be a trusted choice. As an esteemed educator at The Bancroft School of Massage Therapy, she teaches the highly regarded animal programs, demonstrating her commitment to excellence in animal care. Moreover, her leadership as chair of the National Board of Certification for Animal Acupuncture and Massage further underscores her dedication and expertise. Insured and certified across multiple specialties, Lisa is equipped to provide top-tier care tailored to your pet's specific needs, ensuring they receive the best possible service.

If you're ready to enhance your pet's health and well-being with a caring and qualified professional, look no further. Experience the difference that Lively Animal Massage can make for your furry, feathered, or scaly family members. Reach out today and let Lisa Ruthig guide your animal companions on their path to wellness. Ready to get started? Book through Petworks today!

  • Certified
  • Insured
  • Mobile Services

How do you serve precious pets?

  • Animal Massage
  • Animal Reiki

What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?

  • Birds
  • Cats
  • Chinchillas
  • Ferrets
  • Goats
  • Guinea Pigs
  • Hedgehogs
  • Horses
  • Lizards
  • Rabbits
  • Rats
  • Snakes

What size animals do you work with?

  • 20-39 lbs
  • 40-79 lbs
  • 80+ lbs
  • under 20 lbs

Pet Certifications

  • Certified Animal Reiki Practitioner
  • Certified Canine Massage Practitioner (CCMP)
  • Certified Canine Massage Therapist (CCMT)
  • Certified Equine Massage Therapist (CEMT)

Bonded and Insured

  • Insured

Cat-astrophes happen! What is your cancellation policy?

PetWorks Cancellation Policy Pet Care Professional's Own Policy If a pet care professional has published their own cancellation or refund policy, that policy governs the refund of the service amount only. Any PetWorks fees, including the Care Coverage Fee and Pet Care Professional Cancellation Fee, are governed by this PetWorks Cancellation Policy and not by the pet care professional's policy. Pet Parent Cancels If the pet care professional has not published their own cancellation policy, the service amount is refundable only if the pet parent cancels at least 72 hours before the scheduled start time of the booking. Cancellations within 72 hours of the scheduled start time are non-refundable for the service amount. The Care Coverage Fee is non-refundable when a pet parent cancels, regardless of timing and regardless of whether the pet care professional has their own cancellation policy. Pet Parent No-Show If a pet parent does not show up for a confirmed booking, no refund will be issued for the service amount or the Care Coverage Fee. Pet Care Professional Cancels If a pet care professional cancels a confirmed booking, the pet parent receives a 100% refund of everything they paid, including the Care Coverage Fee. The pet care professional receives no payment for the canceled service and is charged a Pet Care Professional Cancellation Fee equal to 10% of the service amount, up to a maximum of $150. PetWorks may collect this fee by deducting it from a future payout through PetWorks or by other means if no future payout is available. Policy in Effect at Booking The cancellation rules that apply to a booking, including any pet care professional cancellation policy on file and the Pet Care Professional Cancellation Fee rate, are those that were in effect when the booking was confirmed.

Which part of the country do you serve pets?

Franklin, MA (in office). Home visits within 1/2 hour of Thompson, CT.

What year did you begin serving pets?

2008
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LOCATION: 7 Forge Pkwy, Franklin, MA 02038
SERVICE AREA: Any distance, including Franklin, MA (in office). Home visits within 1/2 hour of Thompson, CT.

Distinction

Certified Animal Reiki Practitioner Certified Equine Massage Therapist (CEMT) Certified Canine Massage Therapist (CCMT)

How do you serve precious pets?

  • Animal Massage
  • Animal Reiki

What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?

  • Birds
  • Cats
  • Chinchillas
  • Ferrets
  • Goats
  • Guinea Pigs
  • Hedgehogs
  • Horses
  • Lizards
  • Rabbits
  • Rats
  • Snakes

What size animals do you work with?

  • 20-39 lbs
  • 40-79 lbs
  • 80+ lbs
  • under 20 lbs

Pet Certifications

  • Certified Animal Reiki Practitioner
  • Certified Canine Massage Practitioner (CCMP)
  • Certified Canine Massage Therapist (CCMT)
  • Certified Equine Massage Therapist (CEMT)

Bonded and Insured

  • Insured

Cat-astrophes happen! What is your cancellation policy?

PetWorks Cancellation Policy Pet Care Professional's Own Policy If a pet care professional has published their own cancellation or refund policy, that policy governs the refund of the service amount only. Any PetWorks fees, including the Care Coverage Fee and Pet Care Professional Cancellation Fee, are governed by this PetWorks Cancellation Policy and not by the pet care professional's policy. Pet Parent Cancels If the pet care professional has not published their own cancellation policy, the service amount is refundable only if the pet parent cancels at least 72 hours before the scheduled start time of the booking. Cancellations within 72 hours of the scheduled start time are non-refundable for the service amount. The Care Coverage Fee is non-refundable when a pet parent cancels, regardless of timing and regardless of whether the pet care professional has their own cancellation policy. Pet Parent No-Show If a pet parent does not show up for a confirmed booking, no refund will be issued for the service amount or the Care Coverage Fee. Pet Care Professional Cancels If a pet care professional cancels a confirmed booking, the pet parent receives a 100% refund of everything they paid, including the Care Coverage Fee. The pet care professional receives no payment for the canceled service and is charged a Pet Care Professional Cancellation Fee equal to 10% of the service amount, up to a maximum of $150. PetWorks may collect this fee by deducting it from a future payout through PetWorks or by other means if no future payout is available. Policy in Effect at Booking The cancellation rules that apply to a booking, including any pet care professional cancellation policy on file and the Pet Care Professional Cancellation Fee rate, are those that were in effect when the booking was confirmed.

Which part of the country do you serve pets?

Franklin, MA (in office). Home visits within 1/2 hour of Thompson, CT.

What year did you begin serving pets?

2008

🦔 Lisa Ruthig — Certified Animal Massage Therapist in Franklin, Massachusetts


Lisa provides professional, hands-on animal massage therapy to dogs, cats, and companion animals in Franklin, Norfolk County, Massachusetts. Every session is tailored to your pet's individual needs — whether that's relieving muscle tension, improving mobility, reducing anxiety, or simply supporting long-term wellness.


Benefits of Sessions with Lisa


Pets who receive regular massage therapy often show meaningful improvements in comfort, flexibility, and overall disposition. Sessions can ease the stiffness and pain associated with arthritis, calm anxious or nervous animals, support recovery from injury, and strengthen the bond between pet and owner — all through gentle, non-invasive hands-on care.


💖 Helping Your Beloved Pet Feel Their Best


There is nothing harder than watching a pet you love struggle with pain, stiffness, or anxiety and feeling powerless to help. Holistic animal massage therapy offers pet owners in Franklin a gentle, natural way to make a real difference in their companion's daily life. Whether your dog is slowing down with age, your cat is carrying tension they can't shake, or your pet simply deserves a moment of deep, restorative care — Lisa is here to help. Every session is delivered with compassion, patience, and an unwavering commitment to your pet's comfort and wellbeing. Because your family pet deserves to feel good, move freely, and enjoy every day to the fullest.


How Sessions Work


Each session begins with a brief assessment of your pet's condition, allowing Lisa to identify areas of tension and tailor the massage accordingly. Sessions typically run between 30 and 60 minutes depending on your pet's size and needs, and most animals show visible signs of relaxation from the very first visit. Follow-up sessions build on previous progress, focusing on continued comfort and long-term wellness.


Serving Franklin and Surrounding Areas


Lisa offers animal massage therapy in Franklin and serves pet owners throughout Norfolk County, including surrounding communities such as Worcester, Providence, Boston, Cambridge, Quincy, Brockton, Newton, Framingham, Woonsocket, Pawtucket. Mobile and in-home sessions are available across the service area, making it easy to get expert care for your pet without the stress of travel.


Book Lisa in Franklin on PetWorks


Give your pet the personalized, expert care they deserve. Book Lisa Ruthig in Franklin, Massachusetts today and take the first step toward a healthier, happier, more relaxed companion.

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