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Canine Massage

I am a licensed small animal massage therapist specializing in dogs that need routine maintenance massage or who are recovering from injury.

I particularly enjoy working with dogs who are very active (high drive) and who are involved in a sport such as agility, herding, obedience, conformation or are just dogs that play very hard! I find that these dogs are often more likely to be hurt and benefit greatly from maintenance massage to prevent injury. They are also dogs that are difficult to keep still after an injury and therapeutic massage can speed healing.

Massage is done by appointment only and I come to your home as I feel the dog will be more comfortable and relaxed in their own environment.

My treatment may also include a structure and movement evaluation which aids in knowing where the dog is most likely to have an injury.

Massage sessions are 30 minutes or less and the fee is $30. There may be a travel charge as well depending on your location.

More information about the benefits of canine massage...



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Obedience Training


I have been training dogs for more than 30 years and have competed in AKC obedience with my Old English Sheepdog, Bearded Collies and currently with my 2 German shepherd dogs.

I have taught obedience classes in the Portland area for several years and am now partnered with Shade Whitesel (Shade's Dog Training) based in Kingston. I teach classes for Shade and also offer in home private assistance with obedience issues. The in-home assistance is very valuable to busy dog owners who are unable to commit to a class or for dogs that simply do not do well around the distraction of other dogs.

I can also help with early puppy socialization and training.
We do only reward-based training — very little correction or punishment is ever needed. See Shade's website for more information on our training methods or call me or Shade with specific questions.


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Day Care


This is a flexible service that can be designed around your needs.

Approved dogs may stay at my home; I can come to your home to take care of your pets for a portion of the day, or I can run doggy errands for you.

Often this can be spur-of-the-moment, but generally should be scheduled in advance if possible. I will always help if I am available.

Pricing is flexible and depends on the time and distance involved.





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