26/08/2026
Massage can be especially beneficial for senior dogs because ageing often brings changes in mobility, muscle condition, posture and comfort.
Gentle, appropriate massage may help to:
• 🐾 Ease muscular tension and stiffness, particularly after rest.
• 💗 Support healthy circulation, helping bring oxygen and nutrients to the tissues.
• 🦴 Maintain comfortable movement and flexibility as the body becomes less mobile.
• 💪 Support ageing muscles, which may lose strength and condition over time.
• 🌿 Encourage relaxation and help the nervous system move into a calmer state.
• 🐕 Support compensating areas — when one part of the body is uncomfortable, other muscles may work harder and become tense.
• 🤲 Increase body awareness, helping your dog feel more comfortable and confident in their movement.
• 🔎 Help you notice changes such as new areas of tension, sensitivity or changes in muscle tone.
• ❤️ Provide gentle, positive connection between you and your senior dog.
Massage isn't about trying to make an older dog young again. It's about supporting the body they have now — helping them stay comfortable, mobile and enjoying life for as long as possible.
Massage should always be adapted to the individual senior dog, particularly if they have an existing health condition, pain or mobility problem.
Contact Alison for information 07739 890803 www.canine-wellbeing.co.uk [email protected]