Pet Massage & Exercise Techniques

Dr. Leilani Alvarez, Service Head of Integrative & Rehabilitative Medicine and the Director of The Tina Santi Flaherty Rehabilitation and Fitness Service demonstrates pet massage and exercise techniques.

[@Michael-ch9bx]

20:28 ✨He's perfect✨

[@march24-lp4pv]

He sure is ❤❤

[@12370515]

you know what we are looking for hahaha

[@HunkyDory92]

I just watched a 50 minute video on how to massage your pet. I have no pets.

[@markomaiolo9080]

Kinda susssss

[@nunyabiz6925]

Me 2

[@patcarroll9234]

Hahaha! Good 😊 one!

[@damianhaineault411]

Good fer u, good fer u...

[@blacky_Ninja]

same 😁👍

[@laggers54]

That dog is just thinking “yep, I’m living the dream here”

[@Hopper830]

lol

[@isunny2865]

lol

[@peaceandhonesty3516]

Haha yup

[@vecthor4426]

lol

[@ahmadfatih4350]

@@Hopper830 pppp

[@Diegoat224]

Bro's job is to get massages every now and then for classes, living the dream fr

[@1e0s]

You can tell the doggo's done this before. The anticipation is palpable. His/her face is a joy to behold. I enjoyed this as much as if it were myself on the table

[@belikejonae1022]

Um let’s not misgender

[@DrBones-eh9hm]

are you afraid to... misgender a dog? just use it instead of "his/her"

[@anthonystokes2114]

@@DrBones-eh9hm l lol lllll

[@june1896]

@@belikejonae1022 💀💀

[@Ze_N00B]

I don‘t like either side of the „gender“ depate, but „his/her“ or „her/him“ feels more respectful than „it“ or „dog“. The latter make them feel more like an object than a sentient participant. Though, they called him Wattson at the beginning, so male pronouns might be more fitting.

[@saraeve35]

Awwww he just lays down like "I'm ready for my massage." 🥰

[@Sarah.Riedel]

These are the happiest mashed potatoes I've ever seen

[@gideongillis8974]

This comment needs WAY more attention 😂

[@annameadowshelvie5714]

I came here for techniques to massage my elderly dog. Didn't realize how relaxing this would be to watch!

[@LucianoHilton]

@s h that's asmr! There are very relaxing videos here in KZbin. It's a whole community these days. Take a look!

[@snoopiedadawg5920]

So true

[@peachmylk]

ASMR babyyyy

[@MamaCoton]

Suzanne Grande of “The Groomers Harness” is also excellent to watch. Her voice and presence is SO relaxing...stress melts away!!

[@maxjames_]

Girl. I watch all of this stuff to relax hair washing massages face cleaning i thought there was something wrong with me-

[@AudreyBradford]

yooooo my dog don't even know what's coming rn

[@vyepez500]

How is it going ?

[@angela.luntian]

Lol xD i wish i had something to practice this on

[@ppoitment884]

🤣🤣🤣

[@juandedioslanderos1353]

He not ready

[@Aaron067]

How is your dog doing now?

[@dayanamh]

He is like "Damn woman, stop talking and put your hands on me" haha

[@gusa8006]

😂😂😂😂🤣

[@Amerikanwoman333]

😂

[@pritamsarkar1479]

7:51 aww that expression is so precious. It's like "heyy hooman why did you stop??🥺"

[@douwe8293]

She literally pets dogs for a living, absolute dream job

[@mfeltrin1]

This lady is bang on I massage my dog daily for 10 min at night after I do my nightly stretches, as soon as he sees my yoga mat he gets soooooooo excited... It is such a great bonding time and he shows me from start to finish how happy he is xoxo... He is 9.5 and acts like a 2 yr old still... Try it your fur baby will love it and so will you.

[@ac75911]

I bet your dog goes right to sleep too. Mine would just begin to collapse and wanted to fall right asleep if I massaged him while standing up.

[@mfeltrin1]

@@ac75911 Ha ha yup he does

[@phillygirl52jax44]

You are a wonderful dog parent. I massage my 15 year old dog twice every day. He has hip dysplasia. it really helps him to relax. He won't be with me much longer. He'll be missed. I love him so much.

[@susangill2681]

@@phillygirl52jax44 much love

[@phillygirl52jax44]

@@susangill2681 Thank you. I am taking to the vet next Saturday. He having a rough time. He has been falling down alot and whining in the evenings. It will be a sad day for me. Thanks for caring.

[@nonokayakjack]

The universal reaction to a golden retriever.

[@march24-lp4pv]

That's because they're everything a dog is supposed to be.. Seems like most Americans prefer ugly crap breeds though .

[@iancuspinera1160]

The boy is all about business, he was required to receive a good massage and he took it like a champ. Truly an example of how good of a boy I want to be.

[@stacieball977]

Awww 🥰 Goldens are perfect for this demonstration in front of a group of strangers. They are so gentle and loving. This dog is so fluffy! I want to rub my face into all that soft fluffiness like I used to do to our Aussie. I also used to massage him in his later years, and he loved it. This is ASMR for me.

[@yuu9258]

You are right, huskies are also loving and gentle but they are too playful and energetic and could be quite a thing 1st time 😅

[@fransfranz8821]

@@yuu9258 so goldens are more easy to keep for 1st time owner?

[@GermanShepherdDaphne]

I know right! I want one too! I have a fluffy German Shepherd and snuggle with her every night. Definitely so relaxing.

[@GermanShepherdDaphne]

@@fransfranz8821 yes. I would say so.

[@agni_oh]

@@fransfranz8821definitely

[@missmullinmusic]

In 2017 Watson was 7, so that means in 2023 he's 13. I hope Watson is still with us! 😢

[@margiepolk906]

I always message my dog. She loves it. But this video helped me to recognize that when you love your dog and she loves you, the message technique is something that comes about naturally. There were a few new techniques that were new to me, like the foot message. Good reminders that that’s needed as well. Thank you.

[@Spaccaspecchi]

What message techniques are you using? Emojis? Full sentences?

[@MePatra]

She texts u back?

[@SaphiraTessa]

I went along trying on my two dogs while watching and realised that a lot of these techniques I already use without thinking when petting them

[@kg6838]

That made me laugh thanks.

[@jakemorj5498]

Why not massage humans in your life as much as your pet? It’s great for us

[@rosmadiabdullah74]

That dog is having a good time and he looks happy :D

[@PranManral]

I don’t even have a dog but I’m here! 🐶🌸

[@jamesmeredith4629]

hehe :)

[@VeronicaMarce]

Looks like you need one now!

[@mrmoonman384]

Get one

[@softlofi6666]

I can be your doug

[@Spaccaspecchi]

Gurl, same.

[@deborahs382]

My dog has spondylosis and this massage therapy video is so helpful! Now I can help to relieve her muscles and inflamation holistically instead of just relying on pain killers. Thank you for sharing this very useful video!

[@gregoryvelez8595]

This woman is truly amazing. Some people are exactly where they need to be as far as career goes. My 7 year old lab is limping on his left leg when he gets down from the bed and I am a massage therapist and this woman has taught me how to do it properly and as non intimidating as possible. I have great trust with my dog however we're working on the grooming of the hair between the toes. She's absolutely amazing and I give this video 5 out of 5 stars and we'll watch all her videos as she seems to know everything from a to z as far as the dogs well-being. I think I trust this woman more than most of my vets!

[@grovestreetmember2648]

he is perfect

[@wellsgrant12]

20:26

[@Sirmonke69]

Funny meme

[@TheHammerofDissidence]

I'm going to try this on the raccoon in my backyard.

[@SaphiraTessa]

Keep us updated!

[@bibibrin5035]

How did it go????

[@Lily-lp5dg]

@@bibibrin5035 I think it was a joke lol

[@kuglepen64]

He’s perfect.

[@milamizrahi2]

Watson: * Everyone liked that *

[@tammyb8742]

This was single-handedly one of the most informative videos I have ever seen! My dog has been to rehab specialists, acupuncturists, chiropractors and massage therapists and I learned more in this video about how I can help him than all of the above - so thank you 🙏

[@abhi739]

the doctor is so patient and kind, beautiful puppy too

[@elki-otv5051]

omg, it's Watson the perfect doggo!

[@ksuhdilla]

I don't even own a dog but I just like seeing these animals happy

[@lilomimi94]

I just got here to see cute doggos but this is actually relaxing to watch

[@GermanShepherdDaphne]

German Shepherds and Golden Retrievers have to be the CUTEST dogs ever! Their faces are just so darn cute

[@Zwizard247]

I love this, massaging our pets to help reduce stress from them and petting also helps reduce stress in us, its a win-win

[@chuuu4610]

My dog passed like two years ago. This makes me happy and sad at the same time.

[@whimsical_haircut]

watson was an excellent demonstration assistant. very educational.

[@jondoe331]

I am so glad I seen this video. I didn’t know how important it was to message your pet. This is really good I can see how relax this dog is while you are doing the message.

[@jewelvannucci3129]

Thank you for sharing this video My taylor has undergone radiation treatment for a tumor over a year ago and she is a english lab. She was my husbands partner for 8 years as a k-9 bomb dog We are blessed to have her and to have found your hospital. She is well just slowed down our old gal (12 1/2). This will be wonderful for her since i cant go back and forth to the city. Sharing this with family and friends. Please keep doing videos

[@afoodie1920]

You and ur helper are just lovely. My doggy gets daily massages form mama, eats well and exercises. I’d hate for him to get hip dysplasia but I am so happy to find all the prevention ideas and stretches etc. thanks ladies, super helpful. Happy Watson 😍

[@maxtoasted]

20:10 best part

[@beeperlove]

He’s like lady... cmon less talky more rubby 😂

[@NacoleDKCleaning]

I watch this with my older dog often. I follow along with her and my dog loves it. I focus on healing and love when I’m working in her & I honestly feel like it has helped her.

[@definedsuccess]

It is so wonderful that you post this highly professional and educational content. Sharing your care knowledge this way is so selfless. Priceless information for your patients and their parents which also speaks volumes of your integrity and genuine heart for animals. Thank you.

[@cubbie8330]

Watson knew as soon as he got on the table what was about to happen. I love how he kept looking up at her "ok, stop talking and get started already!" haha!

[@ronnawallace7474]

Thank-you for this detailed and easily understood video, our dog is 15 1/2 years old and she had two ACL repairs at age 6, she also has arthritis and moderate CDS, I am looking forward to adding to our daily routine many of the techniques you clearly demonstrate and speak about in this video.

[@MamaCoton]

This video is very helpful! I have been totally “under-exercising” my 2 little dogs!!

[@peaceandhonesty3516]

My husband claims he doesn't like pets. And yet... I have caught sight of him giving our Golden retriever and our cat the most wonderful face and head massages. I have never told anyone so hopefully it can be our little secret.

[@kg6838]

And your camera! 🤭😁

[@jayred333]

Thanks for sharing this. Have been doing this to my senior dog. I love Watson! So calm and composed.

[@cadoized]

the room errupting into 'aww's as soon as they lift the dog onto the table

[@AntoniaNavarro-sw3gr]

Had 5 pages of notes 11 minutes in🤯😂 she was dropping some gems in here!🤣🙏💕

[@DTRiel.]

i feel so blessed by this knowledge being passed down so readily.. and I appreciate people that actually think, 'Is a dog like me or am I like them ?' my ol' girl will be better than ever

[@Ajthedogfather]

This video has been a life saver. Thank you so very very much!! My German shepherd Segen is very thankful as well

[@aspirantshub]

How old is he?

[@CJ-nf5jd]

Very informative video. I have a 5 year old Border Collie and I have been giving her my idea of a doggie massage for a while. Your video has improved my massage skills and she loves it. Thank you.

[@emilycasillas1568]

Wattson is a very smart dog, he knows what's good for him. His smile speaks volumes .😘🐕

[@indigo8pl]

Thank you for this extremely detailed and understandable video!

[@zaad5273]

Thank you, KZbin algorithm 😊!

[@ceaseroo]

Ah yes, the algorithm recommended me this at almost 3 am. Def worth watching this doggo lol

[@pratimasingh9261]

This is absolutely how much I love my dog. Gonna incorporate a little massage into our morning routine ❤

[@SassySimian]

Thanks so much! This is brilliant! My dog never really liked to be touched (guessing trauma from when she was a puppy, too cute for her own good and crowded, fondled and dropped several times by careless passerbys and equally careless friends and relatives---she's a foundling, a rescue from the streets of Kigali, Rwanda). I could see that she tolerated my touch because---well, I fed her since she was 2 weeks old---but she clearly tolerated it rather than enjoyed it. Whenever I tried to pet her, she would go get one of her toys and entice play as a deflection. Now she's old and arthritic so she just tolerates it. *But the trick with the back of the neck did it!* After a few sessions of working on her neck, she finally relaxed and allowed me to massage her everywhere without staying alert and giving me the side eye. 100% confirm the secret of massaging the jaw muscles too. That's the only kind of petting/massaging where she would let me dig in without reaching for her toys and changing it it into a game of fetch (and she's the kind of dog with a jaw strength that goes through a ham or cow bone in 15-20 minutes, so those muscles have a lot to dig into).

[@Brigitteization]

This is an amazing video! Thank you for the valuable info that I can now apply next to my dogs physio!!

[@thefairyqueen369]

Watson is just adorable....his face says it all! Loved this video .....gonna try this on my rabbit!!! Great info easy to understand and some statistics thrown in! Thanks for sharing

[@irenemoreaux4446]

I cannot express enough gratitude for this exceptionally informative video. I learned so much from it and will apply your techniques for our little rescue Chihuahua. I wish she would let us trim her nails because we could bet she’s been hurt by techs before. She has to be sedated a bit but she still screams whenever they touch her feet. I’m at a loss for how I can help her. We always trimmed the nails on our previous dogs with no problem. Thank you again.

[@PaulVisionLee]

Watson: “Oh yeaaaa, that’s the spot.” 😂

[@Mischiou]

Thanks, you're an angel my dog is 18 years old and has some heart issues. He's on meds but it's become harder to live the fluids. I could tell he started breathing a little easier while massaging.

[@user-im6ld5yr7r]

Thank you so much for your seminar 🙏🏽

[@HelpYourDogLiveLonger]

This is absolutely excellent. If you have older dogs, massage is a must! It will help them feel better, and live longer 🐕😍

[@sallycaveney9903]

omg that dog is in heaven

[@guleybor1223]

Great video and very useful presentation. Will do wonders for my dog who just got diagnosed with arthritis. Thank you!

[@Amerikanwoman333]

I know my dog LOVES💚💚💚💚my massages!!!! Every time i pet him I give him a massage he love love loves it!!!!!

[@argonaut6386]

First time I've ever wanted to be a Golden Retriever 😁

[@shanzia7lewlew]

Lol🤣🤣

[@snuggies8037]

I did some of the massage for my dog and when I stopped he got mad and huffed at me to continue. He made protesting noises and ruued at me 😂

[@MegaNerden]

Tried massageing my Pet alligator and now im missing a arm and a leg

[@naiou1966]

You have such a beautiful voice for this! Thanks for the demonstrations! I have a 16.5 Yorkie who had a marathon energy three days ago. Now he’s is knuckling and very unstable. Mom is scared! Vet exray showed a vertebra lower than others. Meloxidyl prescribed but he’s worse everyday! Can’t figure out what happened.

[@claudio2one]

00:00 intro 2:26 before massaging your pet. Benefits of massage 6:12 neck relaxation, kneading bread on dog's neck 6:52 run your hands over them 7:30 effleurage 8:50 face massage 9:50 petrissage 10:40 tapotement 11:35 tricep massage/ischemic compression 13:45 range of motion hands and feet 14:20 paw care 16:10 hand massage 16:49 flection and extention of digits 17:00 traction of digits 18:00 tail 18:40 tail massage 19:10 importance of fitness & exercise 20:10 ideal body tipe 22:25 ideal amount of exercise 24:05 elevated stance (exercise) 27:55 inclinated stance (exercise) 30:31 elbow flection (exercise) 32:10 repeated seat & stand (exercise) 34:00 q&a cats 34:40 q&a Femoral Head Osteoctomy 35:14 Range of motion in joints 35:43 Range of motion front legs 36:30 Range of motion hind legs 37:10 Hip extention 37:31 Acupressure points 38:18 Neck & skull acupressure point 38:40 Neck & shoulders acupressure point 38:55 Neiguan point (for nausea) 40:06 hind leg acupressure point 40:53 q&a massage for herniated discs 41:28 q&a essential oils on dogs 42:52 exercise for cats 44:35 groomer case: making comfortable an elderly dog 47:30 q&a rabbits, closer to a cat or a dog?

[@kor3432]

Wow! Thanks 🙏

[@alexandraboyar5995]

bless u 😮‍💨

[@hajeraa]

wooow thankyouuu

[@lavandulas2277]

Wow! Thank you so very much for writing all this, Claudio Carmona! You are awesome!😘🌹🐶❤

[@buwaneshram4803]

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[@bibibrin5035]

The dog's face!!! 🤣🤣👍

[@Eeevonn]

Im just here to watch someone pet the pupper

[@NacoleDKCleaning]

This has helped me & Ruby so much. We have this video saved and have watched it a hundred times. I follow along & she loves it. It’s a routine now. She recognizes you’re voice and knows what’s coming! She’s older now..12 years old and suffers from some type of back leg shake like you show while at there extent of ability. Oddly, that doesn’t seem to be what it means to her. She can go and go and go. I have a hard time keeping up with her. We live in Colorado and I try to get her out hiking, to her favorite water hole (creek), school or park daily. I do find I tend to skip 1 day on the weekend. I’m getting older too! Lol. Just curious if there would be another reason for this leg shaking ? She has had a mammogram tumor removed, another after that of a different type. Lost a nipple with the first surgery. But, has done great and eve fun N.

[@slope5540]

I did this with my pet fish. He loved it so much he didn't move during the entire massage.

[@cathyursulacomrack5653]

Riley loves you ! his smiles are the tell all.

[@Shubham-uh5hw]

Such a nice and distinguished volunteer

[@aquatanlin]

great video, the doggo is very cute :)

[@jenniekim8789]

Super useful video! Thank you :)

[@rowanbowyer6560]

Awwww poor puppy is enduring so much 😂😂😂 for our education, it’s his pampering demonstration, he absolutely loves it

[@EPBF1]

This excelente video curious what treats did they use can u post please

[@bunebone]

The dog: uh lala that felts so good. 🤣

[@islandgrl2005]

Great informative video! Thank you.

[@jacintasimpson1719]

Do you have any advice about Exercise Induced Collapse,my very active Labradoddle has just been diagnosed with it.

[@TheLirJEt86]

This is actually such awesome preventive medicine. Still gotta eat right and exercise but this will make the quantity and most important quality of life, much higher. Just make sure you’re taking care of yourself with monthly or bi monthly massages.

[@TheDogBookCompany]

I am so glad I have seen this video, thanks for this.

[@cathyursulacomrack5653]

thank you !!! i am going to start imm. on my husbands dog. yes he loves me too but not as much. he is lab golden mix. 12 and one half. he stills trotts around as much as he wants. wont give him constant treats though. he will love just the massage.he is hard of hearing so we talk loud to him. he has no other issues except a little weakness in his back legs. wonderful info. love your voice. your asistant has beautiful hair and spirit. forgot to say he weighs 83 lb. he is trim.

[@lillllill1il1l]

I'm just happy to see Watson so relaxed

[@march24-lp4pv]

Goldens are just the best.. I've had many breeds and loves them all but my golden and i bonded like not other, he just got it. Best friend i never expected.

[@ebonysweetnesssweetness5153]

Brilliant - I just need a pet now

[@iseetheWAYVision]

Im learning so much about pet care. Can't wait to have my own one day.

[@mightylaser0000]

The slow blinks 😂😂

[@thlee3]

doggo is one of civilization’s greatest creation

[@goodpocky2]

He is SO cute. Lol dogs are the best

[@dknox90803]

This made me smile as soon as I saw the dogs face

[@GambinoTheGoat]

what da dog doin the dog: what u doin I’m havin the best dayy everr

[@blastoff2030]

I don't know you guys, but i'm here for the dog

[@gretasimmons8987]

The dog wants her to hurry up and massage!

[@cherylp6671]

I noticed that too😄