What is Canine Myofunctional Therapy (CMT)?

 

Canine Myofunctional Therapy (myo – pertaining to the muscle) is the professionally and correctly applied remedial and sports massage to dogs that is designed to improve their health and wellbeing all throughout their life and to treat the body systems as a whole.

“After a therapeutic massage session, the “feel good” sensation removes any nervous tension and anxiety. The sensation experienced by your dog will convey a sense of gratification and re-connection with life that subconsciously promotes recovery and improvement.” (Hourdebaigt, 2004).

CMT has many benefits:

  • Calming and relaxing - beneficial for anxious or rescue dogs

  • Increases blood flow, flexibility, and nutrients to muscles

  • Reduces tension in the muscles  

  • Assists with joint issues, e.g. arthritis

  • Beneficial for dogs in high endurance sports e.g. agility

  • Puppies – calming and for rapidly growing bodies

  • Post-injury or when recovering from surgery

  • Can assist in improving the immune system, digestion, and lowering blood pressure

  • Potentially can identify other health issues during massage e.g. sore areas that can be investigated by a vet

What does it involve?

Once you book your initial appointment you will immediately receive an online booking form that must be filled out and emailed back to us no later than 24 hours before your appointment. This will be sent to the email address used in your booking. Please check your junk mail if you haven’t seen it.

Melissa, Padfoot’s qualified CMT therapist, will come to your home where your dog will feel the most comfortable. We do require a quiet space so your dog gets the most out of their treatment. She will need you to be there to answer any questions she may have at the time and to help your dog feel as relaxed as possible.

Book an appointment using our online booking system below or call 0490 118 881 for more info.

BOOK YOUR CMT APPOINTMENT ONLINE

Please use the buttons below to schedule an appointment using our online booking system.

Please note: New CMT clients must book in the Initial Assessment and Remedial Massage appointment so we can get to know your dog and its history first.

If you’re still unsure what type of appointment you need, please call us on 0490 118 881 and one of our friendly team will help you.