Massage Training Lessons
Basic Canine Massage Training (BCMT) - Relaxation
Why learn the massage techniques of relaxation massage on your dog?
As a loving dog owner, you have a responsibility to take care of your pet the best way you know how. These lessons will teach you the skill of understanding your dog’s physical and emotional states better. Moreover, it will help you to connect with your dog on a more personal and holistic level beyond that of dog training lessons. Massage is more than simple strokes of petting your dog. It involves the deliberate positioning of the hand onto the dog's body and also involves sensing the dog's energy as well as controlled breathing.You will be taught to check for problems within your dog and to ascertain whether a session with the vet or massage therapy by a professional is needed. And by the end of the lessons, you will have the ability to calm your pet dog during situations of high stress or uncertainty, like the passing of another pet in the household or moving house or during thunderstorms, etc.
Here at Pawsitive Sensations, you will be guided by a professional and certified canine massage practitioner. We teach massage through the use of physical touch with our bare hands hence no tools are necessary. Just you and your dog with an open and calm mind. We will also tailor the massage technique to your own strengths as well as your dog's needs and preferences.
(Do note that this specific lesson does not certify you as a dog massage practitioner and no canine therapy is taught here. Both require a higher skill set to be taught and also a far longer duration and experience. Future lesson developments are currently being considered by Pawsitive Sensations.)
Lesson Outline of BCMT - Relaxation
- LESSON ONE
- Understanding the usefulness of relaxation massage between the owner and the dog.
- Basic canine physiology
- Basic relaxation massage techniques
- Things to look out for while massaging
- Practicum 1 - LESSON TWO
- Writing your own notes about your dog
- When to be concerned to bring the dog to a vet
- How massage THERAPY complements western veterinary medicine
- How relaxation massage by owner is useful before therapy and for other situations.
- Practicum 2 - LESSON THREE
- Practicum 3 with customisation for each specific dog.
- Fine-tuning of techniques for each owner.
- Questions and Answers - Things to Note
- More detailed lesson outline will be provided once registration is confirmed.
- Customised worksheets will be provided at the start of the first lesson.
- 2 photographs of each dog participating must be sent to us at least 3 working days before start of first lesson - A portrait / headshot & A full body sideview picture.
(Each file must be smaller than 500kb in size and the photos will be printed into your worksheets)
- Most sessions will be conducted on the floor, unless your dog is small enough and able to sit still on your lap. So please wear comfortable and appropriate clothing for the session.
Lesson Duration and Pricing for BCMT - Relaxation
- 3 classes of 80 minutes each (total of 240 mins of lessons)
- Lessons are conducted at Pawsitive Sensations Store at No.2 Turf Club Road. Please click here for the map.
- PRICES: For one dog (+1 owner) is $275; for additional owner to join in is $165.
- For 2nd dog in the same household, need a second person must be present (i.e. One person for each dog.) Price for 2nd dog is $215.
- Dogs must NOT be aggressive for a multi-dog class. If dog is aggressive to other dogs and not well-behaved, then a single dog class can be arranged with additional 50% charge.
- Class Size:
- Maximum of 2 owners per dog.
- Maximum of 3 dogs per class.
- This is to ensure that therapist will have enough time and attention to spread across all dogs and humans. - Introductory Pricing Examples:
- Cheryl and her husband have 2 dogs. Price for Cheryl and her husband is: $275 + $215 = $490
- Donna and friend share 1 dog. Price for Donna and friend is: $275 + $165 = $440
- Full payment can be made in cash or via bank transfer at least 3 working days before the commencement of lesson 1.
Lesson Dates and Times for BCMT - Relaxation
Below are the lesson dates and times for the month of November. Check back for updates every month.- Classes:
- Lesson 1: 12th Nov (Mon) @ 6.00pm
- Lesson 2: 14th Nov (Wed) @ 6.00pm
- Lesson 3: 17th Nov (Sat) @ 4.00pm
(*payment due 9th Nov)
- If you have a group of friends who want to attend the BCMT together, feel free to suggest dates to us and we will try our best to accommodate you.