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.
There are many greyhounds around the world and most of them can't come to Christchurch to attend our greyhound massage and stretching half-day workshop. So, we filmed a class and designed an online course for you. 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 using videos, Skype or Zoom. (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 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. 2025 marks my 16th 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 […]
The quote of the month is from H Jackson Brown, the author of Life's Little Instruction Book
A change in product packaging is often cause for checking the label and formulation. This week, I discovered changes with both a Vitamin B supplement and our regular gastrointestinal dog food. With two vastly different experiences from the companies involved. Read labels (because your dog can't).
Got a border collie? Researchers have used open access data sets to find a genetic link to the herding behaviours and cognition that make them great. The research team identified more than eight genes strongly associated with cognition. One of the standouts was EPHB1, a gene involved in spatial memory. Several variants of EPHB1 appeared across herding breed genomes, suggesting that this gene may support the array of complex motor patterns and decision-making skills essential for herding - like stalking, chasing and grab-biting.
