The Healing Touch for Dogs: The Proven Massage Program for Dogs, Revised Edition [Paperback]

Michael W. Fox (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 4, 2004

Distinguished veterinarian and animal psychologist Dr. Michael W. Fox shares his pioneering 6-step dog massage technique, which is not only a healing tool and healthcare measure, but also affirms the bond between you and your animal companion. Drawn from more than 30 years of experience, Dr. Fox provides an orientation to basic dog anatomy, physiology, and psychology, and then addresses, through easy-to-read instructions and detailed illustrations and photos:

• Why dogs need massage
• How to understand your dog's body language
• How to develop a massage routine
• How to diagnose illness with massage
• How to keep your dog fit and healthy

This newly revised and updated volume is an essential guide for helping and healing our animal companions.

Editorial Reviews

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"Fox's step-by-step approach and impressive animal expertise will encourage even the most skeptical readers to give the method a try." —American Libraries

"Its chapter on diagnostic massage is one of the most important I've seen written for the layman." —The ASPCA Report

"This sensible, compassionate approach to petcare is a must for all animal lovers." —Booklist

About the Author

Dr. Michael W. Fox, well-known veterinarian and former vice president of the Humane Society of the United States, reaches millions of readers through the nationally syndicated newspaper column "Animal Doctor" with United Features, and is the author of more than 40 books on animal related issues, including The Healing Touch for Dogs,The New Animal Doctor's Answer Book, and Love Is a Happy Cat.

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: William Morrow Paperbacks; Revised edition (March 4, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1557045763
• ISBN-13: 978-1557045768
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.6 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #62,932 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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202 of 202 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I Went From Feeling Helpless to Empowered, November 27, 2004

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This review is from: The Healing Touch for Dogs: The Proven Massage Program for Dogs, Revised Edition (Paperback)

My beagle suffers from hip dysplasia and arthritis. The medication the vet prescribed helped, but my dog was still in a lot of pain. Out of desperation I decided to check out books on dog message and canine acupressure. The techniques outlined in this book worked miracles. My dog is now able to move with greater ease and with a lot less pain; in fact, at times he has the energy and stamina of a puppy again. I highly recommend this book for any one who can't sit back and watch a loved one suffer. It is a common sense, easy-to-understand approach to canine health.

48 of 49 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars dogs healing touch, October 5, 2007

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This is a great book with wonderful massage therapy for dogs and it gets specific to the problems the dog is having. It is also very easy to read and understand. I have not read it all, but did read the parts I needed right away and it helped a lot. A dog who had not been walking for several weeks is now able to walk again. I won't say it is all due to the therapy, but it certainly did contribute a lot. Well worth having in your book collection if you own dogs.

23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Dog-gone good, September 16, 2008

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THE PUP is 16.5 years old and has arthritis in her back legs. She is on MediCam and glucosamine, which help, but was still having problems walking. I ordered "Healing Hands for Dogs" and started daily massage therapy. The improvement in movement was evident within a week. I highly recommend this book to all dog owners, not just those with arthritic pets. Massaging has a calming effect on both owner and dog, and I noticed an improvement in my arthritic hands!