Blue Moon Wellness

Blue Moon Wellness Massage & Reiki for Animals & People Mary Pat Corrigan is certified in canine, equine, and human massage therapy, and is a Reiki master level practitioner.

She has been a massage therapist and Reiki practitioner for dogs, horses, cats, pet steer, llamas, rabbits and birds. And people, too! In her 40+ years of working with and caring for animals, she has worked in boarding facilities; managed top show stables in Puerto Rico and New York; rehabilitated feral cats, aggressive dogs, and abused and neglected horses; worked as a vet assistant; trained dogs in sports; and was privileged to live with two award-winning therapy dogs. In 2007, she opened her business, Higher Ground Bodyworks (renamed to Blue Moon Wellness in 2015). In 2014, she was editor and contributor to a book โ€” Troubleshooting Your Dog: The Ultimate Canine Fitness Evaluation Guide โ€” by Jean-Pierre Hourdebaigt, one of the first and foremost authorities in animal massage. A member of the International Association of Animal Massage & Bodywork, Corrigan has been interviewed by several media organizations, including an appearance on the CBS Sunday Morning Show massaging her client and winner of the 2011 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, the Scottish Deerhound, GCH Foxcliffe Hickory Wind.

Our March - May dates are now open, so book early to grab your preferred spot!bluemoonwellnessmassage.as.me
03/13/2026

Our March - May dates are now open, so book early to grab your preferred spot!

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๐ŸŽค Return to work update!I will be returning to work PART TIME next week and will do the same for the following week. Nex...
02/27/2026

๐ŸŽค Return to work update!

I will be returning to work PART TIME next week and will do the same for the following week.

Next week I will be at Willow on Thursday and at VHC Springfield on Saturday.

The calendar will have those dates open early next week. I will make an announcement as soon as the calendar is open.

๐Ÿ“ŒPLEASE NOTE- for at least the first 2 weeks, I need to be a little careful about the dogs I see. If your dog falls into the wiggly, I-can't-be-still category, we need to wait for your dog until later in March. Sorry for the inconvenience, but I need to be cautious as I am heading back to work before 12 weeks post-surgery. If you are not sure, feel free to contact me to discuss your dog. Thanks for your understanding!

Looking forward to seeing everyone soon!

Am setting up workshops and talks. Tell me what you want to learn, refresh or practice!Some thoughts-Basic massageBasic,...
02/20/2026

Am setting up workshops and talks.
Tell me what you want to learn, refresh or practice!

Some thoughts-

Basic massage
Basic, intermediate, advanced series
Sports massage
Event massage
Seniors
Puppy
Post-injury/surgery/compensation
Breed/type specific
Sport specific
Basic conditioning
Managing risks in sports
The Fab Four- warmup, flexibility, body awareness, body work
Anatomy- Basic and how sports affect specific areas
Reiki

What else? Let me know in comments, email bluemoonwellness@yahoo.com or text 540-660-4367

02/16/2026

CCL injuries are common in dogs, but early signs can be easy to miss. ๐Ÿถ

Early care can make a big difference in comfort, recovery, and joint health.

See any of these signs? Give us a call, weโ€™re ready to guide your dog back to happy, pain-free movement.๐Ÿพ

Surgery/Recovery Update4 weeks out- Pin is out and cast is off. Unfortunately, I still am not allowed to lift or apply a...
01/31/2026

Surgery/Recovery Update

4 weeks out- Pin is out and cast is off. Unfortunately, I still am not allowed to lift or apply any more pressure than a coffee cup for 2 more weeks. That pushes any return at 6 or 7 weeks out the door. My right hand has been compensating for work for 4 years and now is doing everything. I cannot ask it to do all the massage, too.
I start 12 weeks of PT next week so will have more info then.
As of now, the earliest I would be back is March. If that changes I will let you know.
Many thanks to all who have reached out to help and check in.I am mobile and can drive certain distances, so I am doing fine.
Please be careful with yourselves and your animal family in this weather.
Pic just because

12/30/2025

I am home and it all went well. No surprises. Blowing up like a balloon inside the cast- ice is my friend.

Thank you to everyone who has supported in sooo many ways. Eternal gratitude๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ’™

PS. Tara thinks the smell of the arm and the bandage are appalling

REMINDER that I will be OUT OF THE OFFICE for hand surgery and recovery Dec 30 through  February. I am able to do distan...
12/29/2025

REMINDER that I will be OUT OF THE OFFICE for hand surgery and recovery Dec 30 through February.
I am able to do distance Reiki beginning January 15, if anyone needs anything. I can also help with massage evaluations and techniques for your dog on Zoom.
Email bluemoonwellness@yahoo.com or send me a message.

Wishing everyone a safe New Year's Eve and a 2026 filled with the blessings of great love, peace, joy and ease- and an abundance of all of these things.

" Legend has it that on the night of the nativity whosoever ventures out into great snows bearing a succulent bone for a...
12/24/2025

" Legend has it that on the night of the nativity whosoever ventures out into great snows bearing a succulent bone for a lost and lamenting hound, a wisp of hay for a shivering horse, a warm cloak for a stranded wayfarer, a garland of bright berries for one who has worn chains, a dish of crumbs for all huddled birds who thought their song was dead and sweet meats for little children who peer from lonely windows- whosoever prepares this simply abundant tray, 'shall be proffered in return gifts of such an astonishment, as will rival the hues of the peacock and the harmonies of heaven.'"

There is just something about this ceremony... I have done it for years, with many variations, and each time, as I mindfully prepare the tray and set it at the gate... I can't really put all the feelings into words. I don't do it for the gifts "proffered in return." It just feels so peaceful to remember the connection to all. ๐Ÿ’–

As 2025 draws to a close, and the rush of the holidays is upon us, I hope youโ€™ll let yourself pause and notice the quiet...
12/21/2025

As 2025 draws to a close, and the rush of the holidays is upon us, I hope youโ€™ll let yourself pause and notice the quieter beauty of this season. Take a moment to sit. Take a breath. Enjoy time with good friends and beloved family. Go for a slow walk with your dog. Curl up by the fire with a book and your cat. Spend a quiet minute brushing your horse and just being present with them.

Winter has its own soft light and stillness, and those peaceful moments matter. I hope youโ€™ll make space for the things that bring you calm, happiness, and joy, and offer a little of that kindness to those who may be struggling this time of year.

Thank you, truly, for allowing me to be a small part of your lives. Wishing you a season filled with quiet beauty, gentle peace, and the company of the animals and people you love.

๐ŸŽ„๐ŸŽ„๐ŸŽ„๐ŸŽ„๐ŸŽ„REMINDER that I will be at Reva for the RACE agility trial this weekend. You can schedule ahead online or sign up t...
12/11/2025

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REMINDER that I will be at Reva for the RACE agility trial this weekend. You can schedule ahead online or sign up there.

https://bluemoonwellnessmassage.as.me/reva

Also REMINDER that I will be out for surgery for at least through Feb starting Dec 30, so this is a good opportunity to get your pups checked and feeling good before I slip out for awhileโ˜บ๏ธ

AND... I will have a select inventory of my dear friend's jewelry at the trial this weekend!! Below are some pics of what I will have (and lots of fun zipper pulls for stocking stuffers- paw print, horseshoe, hunter/jumper, stirrup and fox) and a quick view of what she has online! All pieces are hand-cast and hand-finished. And yes, she does custom work!

Here are 2 codes to help you make your decision ๐Ÿ˜‰
See you this weekend!!
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Code for 10% off!
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Free shipping with your order of $75 or more. Valid through Dec 31.
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https://www.tempidesignstudio.com/collections/all

๐Ÿ•– Orders must be placed by Dec 10th at 7PM Eastern!Looking for a thoughtful (and cozy) gift for the animal lover in your...
12/09/2025

๐Ÿ•– Orders must be placed by Dec 10th at 7PM Eastern!

Looking for a thoughtful (and cozy) gift for the animal lover in your life?

Blue Moon Wellness t-shirts and hoodies are here; just in time for the holidays! ๐Ÿ’™ Available in a variety of sizes and colors, but donโ€™t wait...

To grab yours, contact Mary Pat directly at bluemoonwellness@yahoo.com. These make perfect stocking stuffers or a little treat for yourself!

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Flint Hill, VA
22627

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 7pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

(540) 660-4367

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Our Story

Hello and Welcome. I am Mary Pat Corrigan, the founder of Blue Moon Wellness. It is my honor to have you here and to share a little of our story. We are nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Rappahannock County, VA. We offer massage & Reiki for animals and people, lectures, seminars, certifications and day retreats.

I am certified in canine, equine, and human massage therapy, and am a Reiki Master Level Practitioner. I have been a massage therapist and Reiki practitioner for dogs, horses, cats, pet steer, llamas, rabbits and birds. And people, too! In my 40+ years of working with and caring for animals, I have worked in boarding facilities; managed top show stables in Puerto Rico and New York; rehabilitated feral cats, aggressive dogs, and abused and neglected horses; worked as a vet assistant; trained dogs in sports; and was privileged to live with two award-winning therapy dogs. After receiving my first canine massage certification in Dec 2006, I opened my business, Higher Ground Bodyworks, in 2007. In 2011, I became a Certified Massage Therapist in human massage after 600 hours of training and passing the national exam. In 2012 and 2013, I re-certified in canine and equine massage with Jean-Pierre Hourdebaigt and his Massage Awareness Method. Also in 2013, I received my Master Level training in Reiki.

I renamed my business Blue Moon Wellness in 2015, in honor of my beloved Nadia, pictured in the cover photo of my page; and those are her feet I am working in the picture above. Nadia came into this world in 2001 with a Blue Moon -- and left with a Blue Moon in 2015.

In 2014, I was editor and contributor to the book, Troubleshooting Your Dog: The Ultimate Canine Fitness Evaluation Guide, by Jean-Pierre Hourdebaigt, one of the first and foremost authorities in animal massage. A member of the International Association of Animal Massage & Bodywork (IAAMB) and the Association of Bodywork and Massage Professionals (ABMP), I have been interviewed by several media organizations, including an appearance on the CBS Sunday Morning Show massaging my client and winner of the 2011 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, the magnificent and dear friend, Scottish Deerhound, GCH Foxcliffe Hickory Wind, who now resides in spirit.