ABOUT AMY

Amy has loved animals since she was a child and deeply cherished the family dogs she thought of as her siblings while growing up. In adulthood, she fell in love and developed a deep bond with a cat named Major Tom. She holds firm the belief that animals are our equals and deserve compassion above all. Though she didn’t initially seek out a career in animal care, she got here as soon as she could!

Amy decided to pursue her passion for helping animals and embarked on a career change from psychology to animal massage in 2015. It was her own first massage the year before that led her to wonder if massage could be as beneficial and enjoyable for animals as it is for humans. (The answer is, of course, yes!)

She soon began a comprehensive animal massage certification program at Northwest School of Animal Massage, including coursework in anatomy, physiology, behavior, and massage techniques specialized for animals. Senior animals and pets with chronic health and mobility concerns hold a special place in her heart, so she pursued further training in rehabilitative and geriatric animal massage in 2016 in order to better address their unique needs. Additionally, she has completed continuing education courses over the years to learn specialized techniques to better serve her clients. Amy's dedication to advancing her knowledge and expertise in animal massage has equipped her with the ability to provide high-quality care for dogs and cats, tailored to their specific needs and goals.

• Nationally Certified through the National Board of Certification of Animal Acupressure and Massage (NBCAAM)

• Certified in Manual Ligament Therapy

• Certified in Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy

• Insured through Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals (ABMP)

• Member of International Association of Animal Massage and Bodywork (IAAMB)

• Certified in Pet First-Aid and CPR through Dogsafe

Phone

(713) 364-3109

Hours

Monday - Friday 10a–6p
Saturday By Request

Location

Greater Houston Area
See map below for locations.

SERVICE AREA

The inner border shows an approximation of locations within my standard travel area. The outer border shows locations that I drive to with an additional travel charge based on exact distance. Areas beyond the farthest border may be seen on a case-by-case basis, so please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Neighborhoods included in my standard travel area include Garden Oaks, Independence Heights, Oak Forest, Spring Branch, Hedwig Village, Galleria, Heights, Memorial Park, Washington Corridor, River Oaks, Montrose, Downtown, Midtown, Upper Kirby, Greenway Plaza, West University, Rice Village, Bellaire, EaDo, East End, Third Ward, Fifth Ward, and more!

BENEFITS OF MASSAGE

Dogs and cats of any age and lifestyle can benefit from massage. For animals who are older, have mobility concerns, or who are recovering from injury or surgery, massage can be particularly helpful in achieving goals of improved comfort, mobility, and successful recovery.

Massage incorporates various techniques to ease tension and restrictions in soft tissues of the body, allowing for improved mobility and comfort in our animals. Massage also works to engage the parasympathetic nervous system, creating deep relaxation and relief from stress, giving the body a better chance to rest and repair.

Every animal is unique and their needs may change over time, so each massage session begins with an assessment in order to utilize the techniques and modalities appropriate for maximum benefit. After each visit, a session summary will be emailed, along with guidance on ways you can help your animal feel comfortable and confident at home with simple accommodations.

Modalities offered

• Swedish Massage and its various strokes form the foundation of most massages for humans and animals alike. Swedish massage usually includes sweeping, kneading, and compressing strokes applied to the body.

• Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy involves the application of sustained pressure and stretching to the fascia and muscles to release tension and adhesions in the tissue. It aims to improve tissue mobility, alleviate pain, and restore normal movement patterns.

• Manual Ligament Therapy can be used to interrupt maladaptive tension in the muscles around joints that have been previously injured or stressed and have become stuck in a pattern of protecting the joint long after it has healed.

• Manual Lymphatic Drainage is a very gentle technique useful in aiding the flow of fluid through the lymphatic system, which helps maintain fluid balance in and out of the circulatory system, filter cellular waste products, and fight infection.

SERVICES AND RATES

These rates include traveling to your home or business within 20 miles of downtown Houston. I'm happy to visit animals outside this 20-mile region for an additional travel fee. See map above for travel areas. Each visit comes with a summary emailed to you after your session. These summaries are a helpful record for both you and your veterinarian's reference.

60 Minute Visit

$75+

An hour-long session is appropriate for your animal’s first massage, medium-to-large dogs, and animals with more complex needs.

40 Minute Visit

$60+

Shorter sessions may be appropriate for follow-up visits, smaller animals, and animals receiving massage primarily for relaxation.

Massage Packages

$340+ (five 60-min visits)
$265+ (five 40-min visits)

The benefits of massage are best accomplished with regularly scheduled sessions over time. Packages of 5 sessions at a discounted rate are available to help achieve and maintain results in a cost-effective manner.

Discounts are available when more than one animal receives massage during the same visit.

Foster animals receive massages at a discounted rate. You may also want to ask the shelter or rescue if they can cover the cost for you, as they may be able to deduct the cost on their taxes.

REQUEST INFORMATION

Interested in learning more about massage for your dog or cat? Ready to set up an appointment? Use the form below to send a message. Be sure to check your spam folder for my reply if we haven’t previously exchanged emails!