Hector's Clinical Canine Massage

16/10/2025

A great episode by a lady I did my clinical canine massage course with ☺️ Give it a listen to see how clinical canine massage can be so beneficial for all dogs! 🐶 🐕 🐩

This is a pioneering initiative that is shining the light on muscular health issues in dogs - problems that are often overlooked, misunderstood, misinterpreted, or not fully recognised within the wider field of canine care.

16/10/2025

The demands of dog sports on the canine body!Dog agility is one of the most physically demanding canine sports. It challenges a dog’s strength, speed, flexibility, coordination, and mental focus—all in split seconds. Here’s what the body goes through:· Explosive Movement – Sudden accelerati...

16/10/2025

A great write up for Canine Muscular Health Awareness Month in the Vet Record published by the British Veterinary Association.
Thanks Vet Record for helping get this campaign to the eyes of more vets, nurses and practice managers and other veterinary staff who put their heart and souls into helping care for our beloved dogs

16/10/2025

16/10/2025

🐾 Soft tissue injuries in dogs are more common than you think — and they’re easy to miss. Sprains, strains, tendonitis… they don’t always show up as a limp. But they do show up in movement, posture, and behaviour.

💡 Groomers — you’re in a unique position to spot the early signs:

✔️ Stiffness after rest
✔️ Reluctance to jump or climb
✔️ Muscle tremors or twitching
✔️ Flinching when touched

From the iliopsoas to the supraspinatus, this infographic highlights the key muscle groups prone to injury , and what you can do to help.

Spot the signs. Support recovery. Muscle matters.

14/10/2025

Appetite, Behaviour Changes, and How Massage Can HelpAs our loyal companions grow older, it’s only natural that we notice subtle changes in their behaviour. Maybe your once food-obsessed Labrador now sniffs at his dinner and walks away. Perhaps your usually sociable Spaniel seems quieter, sleeping...

14/10/2025

🔤 K is for Knots 🎯🐾

That twitchy spot? It’s probably a trigger point. Knots cause pain, tension, and even referred discomfort.

💡 Spot the twitch. Treat the knot. Free the muscle.

13/10/2025

The Hidden dangers of ball throwingThrowing, catching and retrieving balls and flying objects are the main and often daily activities of many dogs and their owners. Sadly, we are very rarely educated what consequences that kind of play has on physical and mental wellbeing of our dogs.Is ball catchin...

13/10/2025

🐾 Muscle Spotlight: Iliopsoas! 💪

This deep-hip muscle helps your dog lift the leg and stabilise the pelvis—basically powering walking, running, and those epic zoomies! 🐕✨

Keep it strong with walks, gentle running, and safe play. Notice stiffness, trouble jumping, or a bunny-hop gait? Time for a check!

09/10/2025

🌟 Exciting Announcement! 🌟 Zoom Link Below!

We’re thrilled to reveal the first of our special guest speakers for Muscular Health Awareness Month! Join Natalie Lenton, the world’s leading expert in canine massage therapy, for her free talk:

🐾 "How to Spot Muscle Injury & Myofascial Dysfunction in Your Dog – FAST!"
🗓 Monday 13th October | 7pm | 1 hour

Perfect for both dog owners and canine professionals, this eye-opening session will help you understand the difference between muscular and fascial issues, recognise the early signs of injury, and learn what you can safely do at home — plus discover natural, effective ways to support your dog’s recovery.

Known for her down-to-earth, no-nonsense style (and her wicked sense of humour), Natalie doesn’t shy away from saying what needs to be said, so expect a frank, informative, and entertaining session!

All are welcome so please share this with your friends and colleagues ! No NEED TO REGISTER Just click the link to join in at 7pm on Monday 13th October
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87895583531?pwd=rkVJnu7aBaRXFaD5FOMszYbb7YThjY.1

Meeting ID: 878 9558 3531
Passcode: 718794