‘95% of dogs responded positively to clinical canine massage therapy’
Info for Vets
Integrated Veterinary Care Initiative
The Integrated Veterinary Care Initiative from the Canine Massage Guild is a compilation of key educational resources and acts as a connection point between your practice and clinical canine massage, a science-based complementary therapy.
It provides a comprehensive, 20 page booklet for vets, vet nurses and practice managers with in-depth information about clinical canine massage and the benefits it can bring to your practice as part of your vet-led, multi-disciplinary service.
To request your free copy, please click on the link below or contact me and I can post one to your practice.
Clinical Trials
The Canine Massage Guild, along with Winchester University and University Centre Sparsholt, has carried out the world’s first clinical trials into the efficacy of clinical canine massage therapy and specifically the Lenton Method®, a three-tiered results-driven approach which includes a unique set of advanced techniques for the rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries and chronic pain management.
The results published in Vet Record found that 95% of dogs responded positively to clinical canine massage therapy.
Professional Practice
Canine Massage Guild members:
• undergo a 2 year, rigorous training programme with the Canine Massage Therapy Centre which is externally accredited by LANTRA
• always abide by the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966 and Exemptions Order 2015, and will never treat an animal without prior veterinary consent
• commit to a strict Code of Practice and a minimum of 25 hours of Continuing Professional Development each year
• submit a written report upon completion of a dog’s initial course of treatments, to the Veterinary Practice to ensure continuity of care
• hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance which is audited annually along with their CPD
Insurance
Treatment is covered under complementary therapies by most insurers.
The Canine Massage Guild are now approved complementary therapy providers with the following pet insurance companies:
• Pet Plan
• LV Insurance
• Pets at Home Insurance
• Animalcare Options Insurance
