RHK9 massage

14/08/2026

A Jacob 🐏 sheepskin rug makes a beautiful decoration for your home.

Did you know it also provides fantastic camouflage for border terriers? 🤣🤭

This is wonderful Bilbo, caught deep in relaxation after yesterday’s clinical massage 🥰

Bilbo sadly suffered an FCE (fibrocartilaginous embolism) which means that getting about is quite a challenge for him. An FCE is a sudden spinal stroke - a tiny piece of cartilage blocks a blood vessel in the spinal cord, cuts off the blood supply and damages the nerves.

Regular clinical massage plays a vital part of his rehabilitation. It improves his comfort levels and targets his sore, tight muscles making sure he’s able to happily continue playing with his ball and running around the forest in his wheels 😊

13/08/2026

Wow - it’s been a busy one today, at the vets and on my home visits. Filled with such wonderful dogs - new and regular visitors. Such a pleasure to be in the company of such wonderful souls 🥰

I’ve had my hands full today so have been a bit rubbish taking photos, but here’s a taster of the lovely faces I’ve worked with today.

Frankl - a regular visitor, clinical massage helps to keep him supple and comfortable.

Frankl is such a wonderful mix of personality….his lovely owner hit the nail on the head when she said he goes from ‘lazy to crazy’! 🤣 he can go from super relaxed to whirlwind in the blink of an eye 😅

Then there’s lovely Samson, a newbie to clinical massage. He was such a good boy for his first session and I can’t wait to find out he responds to clinical massage.

06/08/2026

Wishing this very special boy a wonderful 14th Birthday today. Hudson, I hope your day is filled with all the things you love.

Looking forward to stealing some hugs from you soon 🥰😘

16/07/2026

Meet Simba 🐾

Simba is a lovely 12-year-old Cocker Spaniel who has been coming to see me for clinical massage therapy to help manage back pain.

When he was first referred, his owners had noticed that he'd lost some of his sparkle. Rather than being the sociable, family-orientated boy they'd always known, he was choosing to spend more and more time asleep in his bed away from everyone else.

For Simba, that was completely out of character.

I'm delighted to say that, with treatment, his comfort has improved and so has his enjoyment of everyday life. He's now spending much more time with his family again, enjoying his walks, and is finding it much easier to get on and off the sofa.

One thing I often explain to owners is that my appointments aren't just about the clinical massage itself.

Every dog is different, so we also look at the little changes that can make a big difference at home. That might include advice on exercise, simple home adaptations, or lifestyle changes to help keep them comfortable and moving well.

Take Simba's stylish socks, for example! 🧦💛

These grippy socks help him feel steady on slippery floors, reducing the risks of slips that can strain muscles, aggravate arthritic joints, and knock a dog's confidence. Sometimes a small change like this can make everyday life much easier.

It's often the combination of treatment, sensible management and supportive home care that helps dogs continue doing the things they love.

Looking rather handsome in them too, don't you think? 🥰🐾

13/07/2026

12/07/2026

🌡️ PLEASE don't leave your dog in the car during this heatwave🐾

Today I came across something that, sadly, is becoming all too common. A car was parked in full sun with two dogs left inside, windows closed, while their owners went shopping.

Thankfully, the owners returned before the dogs became critically ill, but it was a stark reminder that many people still don't realise just how quickly a parked car can become life-threatening for a dog.

💔 Dogs do not cope with heat the way we do.They can't cool themselves by sweating like humans can, so their body temperature can rise dangerously fast. Heatstroke is a medical emergency and, without prompt treatment, can cause organ failure or even be fatal.

🚗 Please don't take your dog with you unless it is absolutely necessary.

Even if your car has air conditioning, once the engine is switched off the temperature inside rises rapidly. And if your dog travels in the boot, it often stays considerably warmer than the passenger compartment, even while the air conditioning is running. Unless travel is essential, the safest place for your dog during this weather is at home, somewhere cool and shaded with plenty of fresh water.

🚨 Signs of heatstroke include:

🐾 Excessive panting or difficulty breathing
🐾 Bright red or very pale gums
🐾 Thick, sticky drool
🐾 Weakness, wobbliness or collapse
🐾 Vomiting or diarrhoea
🐾 Confusion or seizures

❄️ If you suspect heatstroke:

✅ Move your dog into the shade or a cool area immediately.
✅ Pour cold water all over them, repeatedly.
✅ Place them in front of a fan or breeze
✅ Offer small amounts of cool drinking water if they are alert and able to swallow.
✅ Contact your vet immediately and continue cooling them while travelling to the practice.

🚫 No dog has ever suffered because they missed a walk but every summer, dogs suffer—and some sadly lose their lives—from heatstroke that could have been prevented.

Please help spread the message. ❤️🐶

28/06/2026

Today marks the end of an era. Saying goodbye to these two today was one of the hardest things we have had to do.

💕 Princess Fernie I am so grateful that you put all your trust in me, and thankful that you taught me that strength of mind gets you a long way. Your start in life was a tough one - but goodness you made up for all that lost time, girlie. The sweetest little lady, I will treasure our memories forever. Hug up tight to Mr Boots, he’s waiting for you. Goodnight Mrs Slug-face 💕

💙 Wildman Woody - Woody Longbottom - Woody Roo Roo- W**k*r Woody. Thank you for all the cheekiness, mischief and adventure. To work alongside you for all those years was an absolute privilege, ‘though you really tested my patience at times 😳 That cheeky little twinkle meant you got away with way too much. You were a wonderful friend and I shall miss hugging in to your giraffe neck. Your hugs were just the best. Sleep tight mumma’s Woody, go steady on your brother - don’t annoy him too much 💙

06/06/2026

Saturday mornings done right 🤍🤍

Life has been super busy lately and it’s nice to just to have a slower paced start to the day.

Enjoy your weekend.

20/05/2026

Join me in wishing Kex a very happy birthday for yesterday 🥳

He had a clinical massage followed by a birthday cake made of banana and sardines - a birthday fit for a prince!

Hope you had the bestest day beautiful 💙

13/05/2026

Poppy was so happy to be back having her clinical massage this week. She is such a sweet girl and always managed to put a smile on my face 🥰

Meet Poppy 🐾

This lovely 12-year-old Labrador came back for a clinical massage treatment this week after having a long break due to some other medical issues. It was so lovely to see her again - she does love her massage sessions 💛

Poppy has clinical massage to help support her with elbow dysplasia, as well as osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) in both hock joints — a developmental joint condition where the cartilage within the joint doesn’t form quite as it should, which can lead to pain, stiffness, and changes in mobility.

Regular clinical massage helps to reduce muscular tension and discomfort associated with compensation patterns, helping Poppy stay as comfortable and mobile as possible.
Her owner has noticed some lovely improvements following treatment, including:

🐾 better sleeping patterns
🐾 sleeping more soundly for longer periods
🐾 improved agility and ease of movement

It’s always wonderful hearing about the small day-to-day changes that can make such a big difference to a dog’s quality of life 🥰