Pawsitivity - Canine Massage & Rehabilitation Therapy

24/06/2026

I woke up just before 6am this morning to take our two out before it gets too hot, but on waking and checking the outside temp was already 20 degrees and would be 21 by 6.30am I decided it was safer not to walk them today. Even at that time! My two will be sleeping, paddling and getting enrichment during my lunch break, they might get out late evening if it has cooled down enough, but by the looks of the weather it will be too hot until around 10pm. They are usually fast asleep by then so today they are probably going to miss a walk. Will it kill them? No! But if I took them out anytime between 6am and 10pm tonight it could, at very least those pavements and roads are going to be red hot folks! Keep your dogs safe.

23/06/2026

Hollie is a fantastic photographer

23/06/2026

After a couple of weeks off, I had the pleasure of massaging Lilly today. Curtains closed and aircon on so no one over heated. Lilly has a regular 10 week maintenance massage to keep her muscles in tiptop condition for competing in agility and some showing classes. Today she also experienced the red light healing power of the Photizo.
Pic 1) she was so relaxed her mouth was flopping open
Pic 2) red light therapy to get deep into those tight areas
Pic 3) Post massage therapy sleep 😍🐾

22/06/2026

https://www.examinerlive.co.uk/news/health/critical-information-pet-owners-vets-34164356

The Met Office has issued a red weather warning as the UK braces for a 40C heatwave

22/06/2026

It is going to be hot this week folks 🥵
So if I am booked in to see your four legged friend please ensure you keep the room cool, no direct sunlight. I won’t be able to massage your dog if they are panting heavily on my arrival.

03/06/2026

15 year old George had his massage this week. He is such a wiggle bum to start with, partly because he initially finds even light touch over stimulating and in some areas, tender. But with light, slow effleurage (stroking with purpose) he does settle and relax and clearly appreciates the rest of his massage, releasing the compensation tension he holds from carrying himself differently to relieve pressure and pain in his arthritic joints.

28/05/2026

Baby boy Beau (cos he’s just a big baby really) had his monthly massage today. He holds his compensation tension in his neck and shoulders due his hind leg arthritis and old tendon injury. He was definitely ready for his massage today.

He’s so funny though. He took a little break half way through and when he returned he decided the best place to sit was on my knee 😂

26/05/2026

22° outside. 47° inside the car. 🥵

Unlike humans, dogs can’t sweat through their skin, and they can overheat incredibly quickly so NEVER leave dogs in a hot car, even for a few minutes.

RSPCA have an excellent guide on what to do if you find a dog in a hot car: https://www.rspca.org.uk/adviceandwelfare/pets/dogs/health/dogsinhotcars

Be ❤

26/05/2026

Important notice ahead of a scorcher week 🌞

Please walk your dogs in the cooler weather we experience on early mornings and late nights. Dogs should be in a cool, temperature controlled area, and physical exercise should be avoided ❌

Consider using alternatives like enrichment, puzzle feeders, and long lasting chews to help keep your dogs busy indoors. If you have any questions about how to make and use exercise alternatives at home, please reach out to us! Our team are happy to give tips and tricks over the phone or email 💙

Find more expert advice on keeping dogs safe in summer: https://bit.ly/3GydWem

25/05/2026

Bless Sven. He certainly knew he needed a massage today. He’s had a soft tissue injury recently (seen by a vet) and has been compensating and holding all the tension in his trapezius and lumbar region. We used a range of massage techniques and Photizo red light therapy to ease that tension and return his muscles to full function.

His owner sent me this text a few hours later. Massage isn’t just a pamper, it’s holistic health which helps dogs move better and relieves pain. If you want to know more PM me.