PAWSITIVE TOUCH CANINE MASSAGE 250.802.9957

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    • Home
    • About
      • Meet Valerie
      • Credentials
      • Physiological Benefits
      • Physiological Benefits
      • Kind Words
      • Code of Ethics
      • What to Look For
    • Services
      • Canine Massage
      • Canine Acupressure
      • WNW Pet First Aid
      • Puppercare Party
    • Resources
      • Shop
      • Canine Partners
      • Media
    • Prices
    • Contact Us
    • My Blog
  • Home
  • About
    • Meet Valerie
    • Credentials
    • Physiological Benefits
    • Physiological Benefits
    • Kind Words
    • Code of Ethics
    • What to Look For
  • Services
    • Canine Massage
    • Canine Acupressure
    • WNW Pet First Aid
    • Puppercare Party
  • Resources
    • Shop
    • Canine Partners
    • Media
  • Prices
  • Contact Us
  • My Blog

CREDENTIALS

Certified Canine Massage Professional

June 2013 - Northwest School of Animal Massage 

Certified Canine Performance Massage Professional

September 2013 - Northwest School of Animal    Massage

- for Canine Athletes and Working Dogs

- repetitive stress injuries

Certified Canine Rehabilitation Massage Professional

October 2014 - Northwest School of Animal Massage

- for injuries, pre/post-surgery, illnesses, arthritis, newly adopted shelter animals 

1st and 2nd Degree Reiki Certification

August 2015 - through Reiki Master, Barb Timmer

Animal Reiki Certification

December 2015 - through Animal Reiki Source, founded by world-renowned Animal Reiki Master, Kathleen Prasad 

Certified Pet First Aid Instructor

April 2017 - with Walks 'N' Wags Pet First Aid

Certified Canine Acupressure Professional

Certified Tui Na Meridian Massage Specialist

Certified Canine Acupressure Professional

February 2023  - Tallgrass North America Animal Acupressure (300 hours)

Certified Tui Na Meridian Massage Specialist

Certified Canine Acupressure Professional

Certified Tui Na Meridian Massage Specialist

Certified Tui Na Meridian Massage Specialist

Certified Tui Na Meridian Massage Specialist

July 2023  - Tallgrass North America Animal Acupressure (20 hours + 30 hours prep)

SPECIALIZATIONS

Trigger Point Therapy

- highly sensitive focal points of muscle tissue that can be felt as a knot or nodule within taut bands of muscle fibre and result from hypertonic (tight)  

  muscles

Myofascial Release Therapy

 - includes, but is not limited to, structural assessments and manual massage techniques for stretching the fascia (the thin sheath of fibrous connective 

   tissue enveloping, separating or binding together muscles, organs and other soft structures of the body) and releasing binding between fascia, skin, 

   muscles and bones 

Manual Ligament Therapy

 - Manual Ligament Therapy for Animals™ is the newest, ground-breaking osteopathic massage technique. Lola Michelin, founder and Director of       

   Education at Northwest School of Animal Massage, adapted MLT from its original form on humans to be used safely and effectively on dogs and horses, 

   and NWSAM is the exclusive provider of training in Manual Ligament Therapy for Animals™ for both canine and equine 

Stress Point Therapy

 - stress points are areas of localized trauma that occur within the musculotendinous junction at the origin attachment of a muscle 

Tui Na Preparation Course - 30 hours

 - Tui Na stimulates the flow of chi to promote balance and harmony within the body using many of the same principles of acupuncture and massage 

Tellington T-Touch

 -  Tellington T-Touch is a gentle, respectful method of body work that honours the body, mind and spirit of animals and their people and develops trust 

    between humans and animals 

With my dedication to continuing to learn the latest trends and techniques in canine massage and acupressure, I am able to provide a multi-faceted holistic session for your dog.


Whether your dog is a canine athlete, suffering from arthritis, recovering from surgery or simply your beloved companion, I will help to reduce your dog's anxiety and pain, allowing them to feel healthier and more relaxed. 

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