A Loyal Friend Canine Massage

17/10/2025

17/10/2025

Did you know your dog’s muscles do their best healing while they sleep? Just like us humans....

We’re thrilled to welcome Dr Lauren Davies BVSc MRCVS – The Sleep Vet as our next guest speaker for Muscular Health Awareness Month!

Join us on Tuesday 21st October as Dr Davies explores the powerful connection between sleep, muscle recovery, and pain management in dogs. From tissue repair to hormonal balance, sleep isn’t just “downtime”, it’s when the body restores itself at the deepest level.

Learn how improving your dog’s sleep quality can support their muscular health, aid recovery from injury, and even enhance mobility and behaviour.

📅 Tuesday | Free Online Talk
💤 With Dr Lauren Davies, The Sleep Vet
Part of Muscular Health Awareness Month

ZOOM LINK - WILL BE POSTED ON THIS LINK AND AGAIN ON THIS PAGE ON FACEBOOK ON THE DAY OF THE TALK

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Why does a thorough assessment matter? 🤔

Because orthopaedic and neurological signs can overlap, accurate diagnosis is vital.

At the Renew Centre, assessments may include gait observation, orthopaedic palpation, neurological testing, and, where needed, advanced imaging to identify the root cause.

You can be assured that a in depth and thorough assessment will help treat your dogs in the most efficient way possible.

For more information please contact us or visit our website 🐕‍🦺

17/10/2025

✨Announcing another guest speaker for next week!!✨ 🐾 Online Mini Massage Masterclass – Live with Natalie Lenton
Join canine. massage expert Natalie Lenton on
Wednesday 22nd October at 7pm (UK) for a 75-minute interactive Zoom workshop where you’ll learn how to gently connect with your dog through safe, soothing massage techniques.

In this relaxed, hands-on session, Natalie will guide you step-by-step through three foundational techniques designed to help your dog unwind while helping you understand their body, assess for areas of tension, and deepen your bond.

As she demonstrates with her own dogs you will see the various biomechanical positions the dogs present, so that you will have options to try out and how to work WITH your dog rather than ON your dog. They don't need to lie down, just be present with you and you with them.

You’ll work with your own dog in real time as she demonstrates the techniques and discusses their physiological and psychological benefits while encouraging you and your dog to join in. She shares insights from over 20 years in canine massage therapy, and shows you how mindful touch can improve awareness, trust, and relaxation.

Quite often these foundational techniques are taught incorrectly but with Natalie you can be assured to get it right first, time every time!

We look forward to seeing you and your dog there!

📅 Wednesday 22nd October | 7pm (UK)
💻 Live via Zoom | 75 minutes

NO NEED TO REGISTER! Just turn up! Room open 10 minutes before. 7pm-8.15pm - 75 minutes

ZOOM LINK

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82088455343?pwd=wlaQHNk8kkOyhctbnCREmKdQ5n0Tye.1

Meeting ID: 820 8845 5343
Passcode: 170951

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Natalie is a master canine massage therapy trainer. She established the Canine Massage Therapy Centre in 2006 and in 2011 founded the worlds largest association of canine massage therapists the Canine Massage Guild. Her method, the Lenton Method of neuromyofascial release has been clinically trialled by Wi******er University and published in the Vet Record by the British Veterinary Association. She wrote and delivered the 2 Year Clinical Canine Massage Practitioner Programme which has recently become a Level 5 OFQUAL regulated qualification. She trains in varied disciplines of massage including myofascial release both the direct and indirect approach, manual lymphatic drainage, faciliated stretching, neuromuscular facilitation, ventral aspect and visceral myofascial release for the canine , deep tissue, sports massage and swedish. She also trains workshop instructors to deliver the flagship 1 day self interest courses Beginners Guide to Canine Massage and Canine Massage for Agility and sport. She lives on the borders of Wales with Lyra & Pan her beloved dogs.

16/10/2025

Appetite, Behaviour Changes, and How Massage Can HelpAs our loyal companions grow older, it’s only natural that we notice subtle changes in their behaviour. Maybe your once food-obsessed Labrador now sniffs at his dinner and walks away. Perhaps your usually sociable Spaniel seems quieter, sleeping...

16/10/2025

🔤 K is for Knots 🎯🐾

That twitchy spot? It’s probably a trigger point. Knots cause pain, tension, and even referred discomfort.

💡 Spot the twitch. Treat the knot. Free the muscle.

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16/10/2025

A great write up for Canine Muscular Health Awareness Month in the Vet Record published by the British Veterinary Association.
Thanks Vet Record for helping get this campaign to the eyes of more vets, nurses and practice managers and other veterinary staff who put their heart and souls into helping care for our beloved dogs

16/10/2025

The initial phase of a puppy’s life is of paramount importance, encompassing significant physical and emotional development. Like human infants, puppies experience rapid transformations and are particularly impressionable during this early period. Development during this phase lays the foundation ...

16/10/2025

🐾 Muscle Spotlight: Iliopsoas! 💪

This deep-hip muscle helps your dog lift the leg and stabilise the pelvis—basically powering walking, running, and those epic zoomies! 🐕✨

Keep it strong with walks, gentle running, and safe play. Notice stiffness, trouble jumping, or a bunny-hop gait? Time for a check!