Whether recovering from injuries or surgery, managing old age, anxiety or other emotional conditions, or simply teaching a puppy the life skill of being touched, Fear Free is about managing fear, anxiety and stress throughout every session. I use non-verbal communication and proven stress-free techniques to keep your dog comfortable and happy. My Fear Free certification is in addition to my qualifications in dog massage, fitness and rehab – offering you and your dog a complete package of complementary care.
We filmed a class and designed an online course for every greyhound parent, regardless of location. There are downloads, videos to watch for practice and even a relaxation exercise for owners. Treat your greyhound and yourself by learning new skills. There's an optional add-on for review of your massage technique. (This is not a course for commercial practice.)
Your dog is most comfortable at home – so the purpose of a mobile practice is to make life easy for both you and your dog. I can see your dog’s normal living environment and suggest adjustments for their comfort. I aim to make fitness and rehab exercises easy to do with minimal equipment so you are more likely to do the exercises with your dog – win!
I have combined my love of dogs with my science background to create this practice which focuses on care using acupressure massage, laser, trigger point, PEMF, tuning fork and exercise therapies. All clients must provide vet records for their dog as a starting point and then we can look at care options – things like lifestyle and exercise, supplements, diet and physical changes to the home. The basic rule of complementary care is “do no harm” and my services are not a substitute for traditional veterinary care. 2026 marks my 17th year in professional practice.
My senior dog, Katy (14 yr old Irish Setter, as of 2024) has had the best of care from Kathleen over the last couple of years. Kathleen’s skills and knowledge have benefited both Katy (and myself), and I am sure that Katy’s continuing mobility is, in no small part, due […]
In the April edition of NZ Dog World, I reflect on the recent dog attacks in New Zealand and review what licensing options are used in other countries. New Zealand already has solid dog registration requirements, but owner licensing models from Europe and beyond show there is room for our system to evolve.
Trigger stacking is a phenomenon that occurs in dogs and people. Here's my story of trigger stacking, from a recent trip to the USA.
Participating dog owners will follow assigned feeding protocols over a 10-month period, collecting non-invasive health-related samples and completing surveys designed to assess aspects of the human-animal bond. The study will integrate owner-reported outcomes with objective measures of canine health, providing a comprehensive look at how diet may affect both physical well-being and the owner-pet relationship. This study is being funded by Fresh Pet.
