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Natural care begins at home

For this reason, I have designed workshops for dog owners to learn basic skills that can help them enhance the bond they have with their dog and easily use natural care concepts at home without special equipment.

The following workshops are scheduled periodically for public registrations or, with a minimum number, can be run especially for your group or club.

Paws, relax & learn - dog reflexology and nail care

Your dog’s paws are an incredibly important part of their anatomy.  I see so many mobility problems that start with the paws –  so I’ve designed this workshop to get owners comfortable with paw examination and care.

In this relaxed 2-hour workshop that you attend with your dog you will:

  • Learn the fundamentals of reflexology, a Traditional Chinese Medicine technique for gentle pressure at specific points on the paws to support wellbeing
  • Receive a colour chart of reflexology points to use at home
  • Learn the importance of regular nail care and see/handle the tools you can confidently use to care for nails at home
  • Practice nail trimming and inspection of your dog’s paws

This workshop is designed for every dog owner.  You will bring your dog with you – making it an ideal way to spend a Saturday morning!

Saturday, 13 June 2026, 10 am to midday

$50 + GST ($57.50) per person with own dog

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Learn to Massage Your Dog

In this half-day workshop, you’ll learn how to give a full body acupressure massage and understand when it’s okay to massage your dog and when it isn’t. You’ll learn how to observe your dog’s movements and be ready to start keeping records from your massage sessions. Diet, supplements and senior dog care are also discussed. Each dog participating receives a free bag of our fresh dog treats and owners a resource pack.

The only way to learn massage is hands-on!

Small group bookings welcome – choose your date and I will quote you based on number of dogs and owners and help you find a venue if you need one.

Greyhound Massage and Stretching Workshop

A massage workshop for greyhounds and their owners to learn fundamental acupressure massage and stretching techniques.  Revamped in 2023, I’ve streamlined this course to ensure there is plenty of time for owners to practice with their hounds and receive 1:1 attention.  We will discuss health issues that are most relevant to greyhounds over our  morning tea break.  Dog treats and a resource pack are provided.

Small group bookings welcome – choose your date and I will quote you based on number of dogs and owners and help you find a venue if you need one.

We also have an online course you can purchase now for this topic.

Cooking for Dogs – Enjoying the Benefits of a Semi-Homemade Diet

Many owners are seeking ways to add fresh ingredients to their dog’s diet. In this very special cooking class, you will make several recipes for your dog that you can use as a ‘topper’ for their regular dog food and we’ll make dog treats, too. We’ll discuss diets in general, my support for the semi-homemade diet, and the challenges of feeding a truly balanced diet when relying on home cooking alone.

Small group bookings welcome, subject to availability of the cooking room at Papanui High School.  Your quotation will be based on the number of people attending the class.   If you would like the course held at another venue, we can make that happen, too – with costs quoted based on time and travel.

Dog and Environmentally-Friendly Cleaning Products

In this workshop, you will make a laundry liquid, a surface cleaner, a dry dog shampoo, and an antibacterial spray. All materials are supplied (including re-usable bottles) but we recommend you bring a carry bag to take your products home. We’ll also discuss essential oils and their safe use around pets (not just dogs) and where you can buy the ingredients to make your own cleaning products again and again. Recipes included.

You’ll never need to buy commercial cleaning products again – and you’ll save money too.

Small group bookings welcome, subject to availability of the cooking room at Papanui High School.  Your quotation will be based on the number of people attending the class.   If you would like the course held at another venue, we can make that happen, too – with costs quoted based on time and travel.

 

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