Acute injury Sprains and strains.

Chronic conditions and degenerative disease Improving the dogs quality of life.

Rescue dogs Relaxation of tension caused by stress and earlier trauma.

Pre and post operative surgery Assisting in recovery times.

It is important to work with respect for the dog. Therapy is not forced upon the dog, and the dog is not restricted at any time during the treatment.

A consultation normally lasts around 45 minutes. During this time I will assess the dog, watching how it moves and any difficulties it has to keep in mind during treatment. I will also require a signed veterinary referral form, and will ask a series of questions to help build a picture of the dog. This information will help monitor changes that have taken place between treatments and gauge how the dog is progressing. The Bowen technique is not a substitute for coventional veterinary treatment.

The Bowen Technique does not involve any hard manipulation or cracking of jopints. The therapist makes small rolling type moves using their fingers and thumbs at precise points on the dogs body.

These moves disturb the muscles, soft tissue and energy within the body. During the treatment breaks are given to allow the dog’s body to make subtle adjustments which help relieve tension, reduce pain and initiate the healing process.

To maximise the effect of treatment the dog needs to feel relaxed and comfortable in its surroundings. Treatment is normally done in a calm quiet place at a time of day when the dog isn’t expecting to go for a walk, have a meal etc, and in an area where the dog doesn’t need to be on the lead as it shouldn’t feel restricted during the treatment. This can either be in the home or garden, wherever the dog prefers to spend its time.