Dogs In Motion Therapy Clinical Canine Massage

20/10/2025

✨Announcing another guest speaker for next week!!✨ 🐾 Online Mini Massage Masterclass – Live with Natalie Lenton
Join canine. massage expert Natalie Lenton on
Wednesday 22nd October at 7pm (UK) for a 75-minute interactive Zoom workshop where you’ll learn how to gently connect with your dog through safe, soothing massage techniques.

In this relaxed, hands-on session, Natalie will guide you step-by-step through three foundational techniques designed to help your dog unwind while helping you understand their body, assess for areas of tension, and deepen your bond.

As she demonstrates with her own dogs you will see the various biomechanical positions the dogs present, so that you will have options to try out and how to work WITH your dog rather than ON your dog. They don't need to lie down, just be present with you and you with them.

You’ll work with your own dog in real time as she demonstrates the techniques and discusses their physiological and psychological benefits while encouraging you and your dog to join in. She shares insights from over 20 years in canine massage therapy, and shows you how mindful touch can improve awareness, trust, and relaxation.

Quite often these foundational techniques are taught incorrectly but with Natalie you can be assured to get it right first, time every time!

We look forward to seeing you and your dog there!

📅 Wednesday 22nd October | 7pm (UK)
💻 Live via Zoom | 75 minutes

NO NEED TO REGISTER! Just turn up! Room open 10 minutes before. 7pm-8.15pm - 75 minutes

ZOOM LINK

Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 820 8845 5343
Passcode: 170951

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Natalie is a master canine massage therapy trainer. She established the Canine Massage Therapy Centre in 2006 and in 2011 founded the worlds largest association of canine massage therapists the Canine Massage Guild. Her method, the Lenton Method of neuromyofascial release has been clinically trialled by Wi******er University and published in the Vet Record by the British Veterinary Association. She wrote and delivered the 2 Year Clinical Canine Massage Practitioner Programme which has recently become a Level 5 OFQUAL regulated qualification. She trains in varied disciplines of massage including myofascial release both the direct and indirect approach, manual lymphatic drainage, faciliated stretching, neuromuscular facilitation, ventral aspect and visceral myofascial release for the canine , deep tissue, sports massage and swedish. She also trains workshop instructors to deliver the flagship 1 day self interest courses Beginners Guide to Canine Massage and Canine Massage for Agility and sport. She lives on the borders of Wales with Lyra & Pan her beloved dogs.

16/10/2025

We're delighted to announce an exciting qualification development partnership with Natalie Lenton and the Canine Massage Therapy Centre Limited resulting in the creation of the GA Level 5 Diploma in Clinical Canine Massage.

This Ofqual regulated qualification sets a new benchmark for professional excellence in Canine massage therapy. It brings together advanced studies, in anatomy, pathology, and clinical techniques to manage soft tissue injuries and provide chronic pain management for orthopedic conditions like arthritis and others.

The qualification provides over 60 techniques in 4 disciplines of massage which includes sports massage, Swedish massage, deep tissue and myofascial release both the direct and indirect approach. On top of this, exclusive to the qualification is the Lenton Method of myofascial release, the only method of canine massage in the world backed by evidence based research as published in the Veterinary Record by the British Veterinary Association.

Combining Natalie and her teams extensive expertise from the last 15 years as an industry leader in the canine massage industry with Gatehouse Awards - Animal Care and Veterinary Science reputation for quality and innovation, this collaboration marks a major step forward in evidenced based canine therapy education.

For information please contact Natalie and the team at info@k9-massage.co.uk or visit www.k9-massage.co.uk

Canine Massage Guild

16/10/2025

We are proud to announce Lintbells as supporter of Canine Muscular Health Awareness Month! If you subscribe to emails from Lintbells, look out for more information on Canine Muscular Health Awareness dropping in to your inbox along with a great competition you can enter to raise awareness of the importance of canine muscular health.

16/10/2025

16/10/2025

🐾 Want to Learn More About Canine Muscle Health? 🐾

Whether you’re caring for a senior dog, looking to spot early signs of muscle weakness, or supporting a canine athlete, we’ve got you covered!

Explore our latest blogs for practical tips, real-life stories, and expert advice on keeping your dog strong, mobile, and happy at every stage of life.

✨ Read more on our website: https://www.caninemuscularhealth.org

You’ll find:
• Understanding muscle tightness in senior dogs
• Spotting muscle weakness: early signs and when to act
• Real case studies from the world of canine sports
• And so much more!

Visit us today and discover how you can help your dog live their healthiest, happiest life.

16/10/2025

BOOM! It's the 1st day of 'Canine Muscular Health Awareness Month' and if you are a dog owner, guardian or canine professional then you are going to want to be involved! Why? because we are going to be sharing loads of information, free talks and masterclasses that can help you understand how the muscle issues that are ignored, under evaluated and misunderstood are the missing piece of the canine healthcare puzzle! Empower yourself and become the advocate for your dogs healthcare because MUSCLE MATTERS!

Please LIKE AND FOLLOW OUR PAGE and check back tomorrow for the first dates for our free talks and masterclasses!!

Thank you for supporting this free, not for profit campaign. Why are we doing it? Because we are as crazy about dogs as you are and want the best for their health so they can live longer, happier lives.

It's as simple as that.

16/10/2025

16/10/2025

When a dog has been diagnosed with arthritis then it's time for professionals and canine guardians alike to know that the joint is only 50% of the problem... help is available to look after your dogs muscles with a range of therapies like Clinical Canine Massage therapy, hydrotherapy, physiotherapy, conditioning and laser to choose from. Manage don't mask.
Remember....if muscle isn't being addressed then half of the problem is being ignored

16/10/2025

This October we are providing loads of free resources for dog owners and canine professionals to help raise awareness of one of the most under evaluated, rarely discussed, routinely missed, and often misdiagnosed areas of the dog....the muscular system.

Please like and share this page with people you know who care about their dogs health and longevity

16/10/2025

The splenius is more than just a neck muscle; it supports feeding, carrying, chewing, listening, and overall stability. It works quietly in the background, but without it, many of a dog’s daily activities would be harder, less efficient, or more tiring

We'll be breaking down some of the individual and main muscle groups in our muscular info series for pet owners.
For those who want a bit more detail then keep an eye out for our Professional Series with more anatomical detail later in the month of October!

Did you know....

Splenius in the Dog – Functional Role

The splenius muscle lies along the upper neck and is part of the epaxial muscle group. Beyond simply extending or rotating the head and neck, it has direct links to everyday functions that matter to dogs and their guardians.

1. Feeding

When a dog lowers their head to eat or drink, the splenius helps them raise their head back up.

During chewing and tearing, the splenius stabilises the head and neck, allowing the jaw muscles to work more efficiently.

2. Ball Carrying or Holding Objects

Dogs often carry balls, toys, or sticks with pride. The splenius helps maintain an extended neck posture, resisting gravity so they can comfortably hold objects in their mouth.

This muscle provides the endurance support needed to keep their head lifted while carrying.

3. Jaw Function

Although the splenius does not directly move the jaw, it provides a stable base for powerful jaw muscles like the temporalis and masseter.

This stability allows dogs to bite, chew, and tug without their head being pulled off balance.

4. Ear Function

The splenius does not move the ears directly, but by turning or tilting the head, it helps dogs orient their ears toward sound.

For example, when a dog pricks their ears to listen, subtle neck adjustments supported by the splenius make this possible.

16/10/2025

We'll be sharing loads of facts and busting lots of myths over the course of muscular health awareness month, helping you to understand the significant role of muscle in your dogs movement, behaviour and activity!

16/10/2025

Why does muscle get ignored when it comes to injury, slowing down and chronic pain management for our senior dogs with conditions like arthritis? Without muscle the dog would be unable to move (bones don't move themself you know!) So when it comes to 'mystery' pain with your dog, maybe its not so mystery after all.....