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Canine Massage: A Complete Reference Manual
Learn to massage your dog from a professional
Use massage to help your dog relax, to condition the canine athlete, to assist in recovery from injuries or to ease chronic pain. Learn the techniques of a recognized expert in the field so that you can bring the well-known benefits of massage to your dog or become a canine massage professional. Canine Massage, A Complete Reference Manual, 2nd edition has dozens of photos and illustrations that will guide you every step of the way. It is the most complete book on the subject. New in this edition--detailed examinations of muscular stress points, diagnoses and treatments. Information you can’t find anywhere else!
You will learn
-The basics of canine anatomy and kinesiology.
-Massage movements, pressures, techniques and systems.
-Massage routines designed to address specific health problems.
-Stretching and hydrotherapy techniques.
-Use of massage to relax and bond with your dog.
-Tips on how to run a canine massage business.
What dog professionals say about Canine Massage
With sensitive insight and simple language the author describes common muscular problems underlying gait irregularities. Jean-Pierre explains how hands skilled in massage can contribute to a dog's comfort and healing.
Rachel Page Elliott, author, Dogsteps. A New Look. A landmark book and video on canine gait and structure.
Jean-Pierre Hourdebaigt has masterfully applied well-known, effective human massage techniques to dogs. Canine Massage is a well-organized, highly readable book that places those techniques at your fingertips.
Christine Zink, D.V.M., PhD., author of Peak Performance, Coaching the Canine Athlete, Jumping Teach Your Dog To Soar and Dog Health & Nutrition for Dummies.
Use massage to help your dog relax, to condition the canine athlete, to assist in recovery from injuries or to ease chronic pain. Learn the techniques of a recognized expert in the field so that you can bring the well-known benefits of massage to your dog or become a canine massage professional. Canine Massage, A Complete Reference Manual, 2nd edition has dozens of photos and illustrations that will guide you every step of the way. It is the most complete book on the subject. New in this edition--detailed examinations of muscular stress points, diagnoses and treatments. Information you can’t find anywhere else!
You will learn
-The basics of canine anatomy and kinesiology.
-Massage movements, pressures, techniques and systems.
-Massage routines designed to address specific health problems.
-Stretching and hydrotherapy techniques.
-Use of massage to relax and bond with your dog.
-Tips on how to run a canine massage business.
What dog professionals say about Canine Massage
With sensitive insight and simple language the author describes common muscular problems underlying gait irregularities. Jean-Pierre explains how hands skilled in massage can contribute to a dog's comfort and healing.
Rachel Page Elliott, author, Dogsteps. A New Look. A landmark book and video on canine gait and structure.
Jean-Pierre Hourdebaigt has masterfully applied well-known, effective human massage techniques to dogs. Canine Massage is a well-organized, highly readable book that places those techniques at your fingertips.
Christine Zink, D.V.M., PhD., author of Peak Performance, Coaching the Canine Athlete, Jumping Teach Your Dog To Soar and Dog Health & Nutrition for Dummies.
192 pages, Paperback
First published August 1, 2003
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September 23, 2025
There is so much information jam packed in this book. Reading cover to cover feels unrealistic and daunting.
I basically combed through each chapter for things like techniques, routines, stretching and recommendations for my breed.
This is one I’ll go back to as I work through application of the practices. The content is thorough, informative and a little overwhelming.
I basically combed through each chapter for things like techniques, routines, stretching and recommendations for my breed.
This is one I’ll go back to as I work through application of the practices. The content is thorough, informative and a little overwhelming.
March 21, 2018
Great
A very clear and concise book that really did compliment my merishia massage course. Much better in the electronic format as the printed version has issues with the text layout and paper quality.
A very clear and concise book that really did compliment my merishia massage course. Much better in the electronic format as the printed version has issues with the text layout and paper quality.
February 11, 2009
Not a quick "how-to" guide for doggie massage. Instead a more thorough manual that includes canine physiology and somewhat lengthy and dry explanations of techniques. (I guess that's what's necessary to describe massage technique in print.)
November 12, 2016
Looking forward to understanding more ways to enhance my bond with my dogs.
July 6, 2016
Step-by-step guide for canine massage.
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