Member Spotlight: Kim Freeman | Canine Massage Therapist

We do it for ourselves, so why wouldn’t we do it for our dogs? They are after all, “Man’s best friend?”

We’re talking about Canine Massages, and Therapist Kim Freeman there’s a big misconception: “When people hear the word massage they think pampering and leisure. Somehow the word “therapeutic” is lost. It is the total equivalent to a SPORTS massage for people.”  Freeman, who opened her Canine Massage practice in Greenwich earlier this year says the therapeutic massages facilitate healing in dogs. For older dogs it helps with arthritis and post-surgery issues, and for younger hyperactive dogs it is very calming. It is all about the blood circulation which is the base for all healing. The massage works in conjunction with veterinary medicine.

How does her concierge service work? Freeman says the dog is most comfortable in it’s own home.  That’s where she sets the mood with classical music, followed by calming words to her client, making sure the dog is completely at ease before she begins the massage.  Then, with gentle strokes she massages the muscles from head to toe, rubbing out any knows and taking care of pressure points.

Specially trained in animal massage therapy, Freeman’s passion began with years of volunteer work for local dog charities before she decided to turn it into a business 2 ½ years ago. She’s thrilled now to be treating pooches here in Greenwich.

Read more in the Greenwich Time article; "Canine Massage Practice Open in Greenwich."

www.caninemassagetreatment.com