Dog Massage: A Whiskers-to-Tail Guide to Your Dog's Ultimate Petting Experience | 
 enlarge | Author: Maryjean Ballner
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
Category: Book
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Rating:  7 reviews
Sales Rank: 587328
Media: Paperback
Edition: 1st
Pages: 144
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.7
Dimensions (in): 8.8 x 7.2 x 0.5
ISBN: 0312267274
Dewey Decimal Number: 636.70895822
EAN: 9780312267278
ASIN: 0312267274
Publication Date: January 2, 2001
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Product Description
Since we don't speak "Basic Bark," the best way to canine-communicate is through touch. Regular Dog Massage sessions give dogs the attention they crave and the affection they need, and the techniques explained in this book are designed to:- Relax tense, overworked muscles - Help puppies benefit from touch, especially during their prime socialization period - Aid early detection of health problems - Improve sociability and help calm a "Rowdy Rover" - Promote cooperation during grooming and visits to the vet - Enhance that loving bond between you and your dogRecommended by veterinarians and dog experts, massage is an essential part of your pet's health care. Dog Massage gives you all the skills you need, including:- Basic Massage Motions, Hand Positions, Speeds, Pressures and Moods - Over 50 Massage Techniques from Whiskers to Tail - Advanced Techniques and "White Glove Treatments" - How to "Voice Massage"AUTHORBIO: Maryjean Ballner is a New York State Licensed Massage Therapist who now lives in the San Francisco Bay Area.She is the author of Cat Massage and producer of the video "Your Cat Wants a Massage!"
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 Dog Massage book great deal! June 1, 2009
Norma Chavez (So Calif.)
Perfect book for someone like me that just wants to make sure I can make my German Shepherd feel good relief after a good hike or bike jog. If I'm sore, she probably is.
The book is in great condition, affordable, not a novel in length, easy to read and easy to understand. Didn't know there was so much involved in the dogs responses, etc. Great for our down time and perfect for me.
Completely satisfied.
Maggies Christmas present January 9, 2009
sam
Maggie - my 8 year old golden retreiver - loves the techniques. The are easily explained and easy to follow.
 Useful to a select few. March 19, 2008
Maestro
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
(I'd give it 2.5 if I could.)
"Never give a dog any kind of massage if you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs."
"A dog's private parts are just that - private - to be left alone and not to be touched by you."
If you feel that the preceding are not obvious statements, then this book may be for you!
A good portion of the writing in this book is similar to the quoted advice above, or "stop if your dog doesn't like it" reiterated. (The book as it is, is thin.) The remaining is massage techniques that are well described with accompanying pictures.
This book could be useful if you were really serious about learning more professional techniques and giving your dog(s) a thorough massage. For the average person however, I would say borrow it or skim through it in a store for the amusing cautions. A lot of the advice in this book is fairly obvious to anyone who makes an effort to understand their dog(s) and keep them happy, and the rest is over the top.
Bottom line: If you've ever successfully massaged someone's back, and you know how your dog(s) likes to be touched, then you don't need this book.
Cute book October 20, 2007
J. Croslow
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I bought this book because my dog is ALWAYS wanting me to rub his belly. I wanted to shower him with some more affection, and I thought I would give this book a try.
Although some of the tips are quite obvious (example: if your dog starts to nip, bite, or growl at a certain technique, you should stop that technique immediately) there is some good stuff in there.
I think this book would be good for people who have older dogs, or ones with joint, hip, or arthiritis issues. Your pooches will thank you!
A great guide to Dog Massage! March 3, 2006
Margaret H. Bonham (Montana, USA)
9 out of 10 found this review helpful
This is one of those books which should be on every dog owner's shelf. Dog Massage gives you a complete guide plus careful instructions for getting your dog used to massage and getting him to enjoy it. A real winner!
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