Canine Massage South End Boston MA by Katz & Dogz Wholistic Massage for People & Pets

Boston's Original People & Pet Massage Service^sm

www.katzanddogz.com

Member of IAATH

Welcome to Katz & Dogz Wholistic Massage

Who are we?

Katz & Dogz is a South End, Boston, MA based service providing canine massage, massage instructional sessions, and therapeutic massage people pet housecall packages. Housecall massages and instructional sessions are provided in the Greater Boston area. In addition, we offer canine massage presentations for dog clubs, humane societies, and conferences.

Katz & Dogz’ owner and founder, Arnie Katz, draws from 35 years combined experience with human (26 years) and small animal massage (9 years). His work has been featured in The Boston Globe, The Boston Herald, Fox 25 News, Chronicle, WBUR radio, and many others.

What's NEW?

Katz & Dogz will be offering a Canine Massage Class on Sunday, February 21, 2010 from 1pm-2:30pm at BARK PLACE, 1721 Washington Street in the South End. Space is limited. Email me for more information or to register. Katz & Dogz was also recently featured on the NECN show "The Secret Life of Animals" with Vicki Croke. You can view the clip by clicking HERE

Why Canine Massage?

Massage is defined as systematically applied touch for the purpose of relaxation, stress reduction, and improved well-being, and can applied to animals as well as people. Many pet owners are developing a heightened awareness of the role of good nutrition, exercise and preventative health care in maintaining and improving the health, well-being, and longevity of the animals they love. Massage, given by a trained professional, as well as by the owners themselves, can also be a vital part of caring for your animal companions.

Why Wholistic Massage?

We believe that animals, like humans, are composed of body, mind and spirit, and when all levels are in balance, animals have optimal health and well-being. And when things are out of balance, this contributes to disease and disharmony in the body. Massage, like nutrition, homeopathy, acupuncture, and other healing modalities, works with all three levels and can play a vital role in maintaining balance of mind, body and spirit.*

Among the many benefits of massage, major benefits include:

Encouraging relaxation, stress reduction, and relieves tension and pain.

Increasing circulation, which in turn increases oxygenation and nutrition to cells and
tissues throughout the body.

Helping to ease arthritis pain, hip dysplasia, and joint tension.

Speeding up recovery from injuries, leading to enhanced performance and activity.

Increasing flexibility, range of motion and mobility of joints.

Helping to ease pain and stress associated with advancing age and illness.

Releasing lactic acid from sore muscles, decreasing swelling from inflammation, and
raising endorphin levels.

Releasing innate feelings of health, well-being and vitality for both people & pets
through the healing connection that safe, caring human touch allows.

…and just plain feels good!

For more personal information on benefits received from People & Pet Massage, see Testimonials page.

Winter tip: Massage is really good for dogs during the cold and winter season to improve circulation, flexibility and range of motion, thereby preventing or decreasing limping caused by muscles that contract and stiffen up in the cold. Massage is also especially helpful during this season for dogs with arthritis and joint problems. Giving your dog a daily 5-10 massage can make a world of difference!

With Peace on Earth and Kindness to All Beings.

*Massage is not a substitute for appropriate veterinary care.