Why Dog Massage?

dog receiving a massage post surgery at an animal shelter

As a licensed massage therapist trained in canine massage, many people raise an eyebrow. “Really, there is such a thing as dog massage?” is the main question. Canine massage was even referenced humorously in an episode of Mad About You (Season 4, episode 6, 1996). Kidding aside, dogs have similar requirements to their human counterparts…

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Animal Meditation

Reiki with Kona

Today I started reading 5 Powerful Meditations to Help Heal Your Animals by Kathleen Prasad.  Meditation is hard for me as my brain is non stop flitting from here to there and everywhere. I still try. And the moving meditations like Tai Chi and some of the Qi Gong exercises suit me. However I wanted…

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Thanksgiving: Let’s Talk Turkey

Veritable Thanksgiving Feast

People always ask me “What do you eat if you don’t eat turkey?”  I have gone many times with an abundance of delicious vegan side dishes that to me make up a fine meal. This year I – by my son’s inspiration – included fish to the menu.  The fixings I created can be enjoyed…

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