Therapeutic bodywork for every stage of life

 Therapeutic bodywork is a gentle, individualized approach that uses skilled touch to support comfort, mobility, relaxation, and overall well-being. Every session is thoughtfully tailored to the companion animal in front of us, recognizing that no two animals or their needs are exactly alike.

At Companion Animal Wellness, we believe bodywork is more than applying techniques. It begins with observation, communication, and respect for each animal's physical and emotional state. Sessions are guided by your companion's comfort, responses, and individual needs, allowing the approach to evolve naturally throughout the visit.

Our consent-based philosophy encourages animals to participate at their own pace, helping build trust while creating a calm, supportive experience where your companion's communication is valued every step of the way.

 Every companion is unique, and techniques are selected based on their individual needs, comfort level, and response during each session.

Myofascial Release
Gentle techniques that help support soft tissue mobility and ease areas of restriction.

Lymphatic Therapy
Light, rhythmic techniques that support healthy lymphatic circulation and tissue wellness.

Trigger Point Therapy
Targeted techniques that help reduce areas of muscle tension and discomfort.

Craniosacral Therapy
A gentle approach that encourages relaxation and supports the body's natural balance.

Orthopedic Massage
Focused bodywork designed to support muscles, joints, and comfortable movement.

Circulatory Techniques
Massage techniques that encourage healthy circulation and tissue nourishment.

Passive Range of Motion
Gentle assisted movements that help support joint flexibility and comfortable mobility.

Comfort Touch & Relaxation Techniques
Gentle techniques designed to support nervous system regulation, promote relaxation, and encourage a greater sense of comfort and security. 

Scar Tissue Mobilization (when appropriate)
Gentle techniques that help maintain soft tissue mobility around healed scar tissue.

Every session is individualized and adapted in real time, allowing your companion's communication, comfort level, and response to guide the approach.

Therapeutic bodywork may be a supportive option for companions experiencing changes in comfort, movement, relaxation, or overall well-being.

This approach may be helpful for pets experiencing:

• Stiffness or mobility changes
• Age-related changes
• Recovery following injury or surgery
• Ongoing muscle tension or movement changes
• Stress, sensitivity, or difficulty relaxing
• Hospice or end-of-life support needs

For pets who experience stress or anxiety, calming, consent-based bodywork may help encourage relaxation, build trust, and support a greater sense of comfort and well-being.

Every animal is unique, and sessions are adapted based on your companion’s individual needs, communication, and comfort level.

 Every session is designed to be calm, unhurried, and centered around your companion's comfort. Time is given for your companion to settle into the environment, communicate in their own way, and participate at a pace that feels comfortable for them.

A typical session may include:

Observation & Individualized Planning
Time spent observing your companion's movement, body language, comfort level, and individual needs to help guide the session.

Consent-Based Introduction
Allowing your companion to become comfortable with the environment, touch, and interaction before bodywork begins.

Individualized Therapeutic Bodywork
Selecting and adapting techniques throughout the session based on your companion's responses, comfort, and communication.

Rest & Integration
Providing quiet moments for your companion to relax and transition before the session concludes.

Home Support Guidance
When appropriate, recommendations may be provided to help you continue supporting your companion's comfort between bodywork sessions and veterinary visits.

Cold laser therapy, also known as low-level laser therapy (LLLT) or photobiomodulation, is a gentle, non-invasive therapy that uses specific wavelengths of light to support the body's natural healing processes. It may help promote comfort, mobility, healthy circulation, and tissue recovery while complementing your companion's overall wellness plan.

For every laser session, I use the Multi Radiance PetLaser™, a professional veterinary laser system designed specifically for companion animals. This advanced technology combines multiple therapeutic wavelengths to provide targeted, comfortable treatments tailored to your companion's individual needs.

During a session, your companion can relax while the laser is applied to the areas of concern. Treatments are painless, do not generate harmful heat, and are generally well tolerated by dogs, cats, and horses. Most sessions last approximately 15–20 minutes, depending on your companion's needs.

In Texas, cold laser therapy is provided in accordance with applicable state requirements and is offered only with appropriate veterinary authorization or as part of a veterinarian-directed care plan. It is intended to complement—not replace—your companion's ongoing veterinary care.

 Your companion's care doesn't end when the bodywork session is over.

Pet Parent Coaching is designed to help you better understand your companion's body language, movement, comfort signals, and changing needs so you can feel more confident supporting them at home.

Together, we'll explore gentle comfort touch techniques, ways to recognize changes in comfort and mobility, and practical strategies to create a calm, supportive environment between bodywork sessions and veterinary visits.

Whether you're caring for a senior companion, supporting recovery, navigating a chronic condition, or simply wanting to better understand your animal, coaching provides education, guidance, and encouragement tailored to your companion's unique needs.

Our goal is to empower you with the knowledge and confidence to become an informed advocate for your companion's comfort and well-being.

Initial Assessment & Therapeutic Bodywork 

$110
60–75 min · Includes observation, individualized bodywork, and home support guidance  

Therapeutic Bodywork Session
$75
45–60 min · Ongoing individualized support for comfort, mobility, relaxation, and muscle and soft tissue tension. 

Senior Comfort & Mobility Session
$85
45–60 min · Focused support for aging pets and changing mobility needs

Therapeutic Recovery Session
$95
45–60 min · Support following injury, surgery, or recovery-related mobility changes

Standalone Coaching Session
$125
60–90 min · One-on-one guidance focused on understanding your companion’s needs, recognizing changes in comfort and behavior, learning gentle comfort touch techniques and recognizing changes in your companion's comfort and movement. 

Add-On Coaching Session
$95
30–45 min · Personalized guidance added to your pet’s session, including home-support strategies and comfort touch education.

The Rainbow Path
$95
Up to 90 min · Gentle, comfort-focused support for companions and families navigating hospice and transition.

These sessions focus on comfort, relaxation, meaningful connection, gentle comfort touch, and compassionate guidance for families navigating their companion's final chapter. 

Standalone Cold Laser Therapy
$65
15–20 min · A non-invasive supportive modality that may be used on its own or alongside therapeutic bodywork to promote comfort and support healthy tissue function. 

Cold Laser Therapy Add-On
$55
15–20 min · Added to a therapeutic bodywork session when appropriate.

 10% off each additional companion during the same visit. 

 20% off services for approved shelters and rescue organizations when treating two or more animals during the same visit. 

Contact us for more details 

Coming Soon!

Companion Animal Wellness will soon be offering equine therapeutic bodywork, bringing the same individualized, consent-based approach to support comfort, mobility, relaxation, and overall well-being in horses. 

You are welcome to remain with your pet throughout the session, although it is not required. Every animal is different—some feel most comfortable with their owner nearby, while others are more relaxed with fewer distractions. We'll discuss what is best for your pet before we begin. 

Most sessions last 45–60 minutes, depending on your pet's individual needs, comfort level, and tolerance for bodywork. Initial appointments may take a little longer to allow time for discussing your pet's history, observing movement, and developing an individualized care plan. 

No. Therapeutic bodywork is a professional, individualized service focused on supporting comfort, mobility, soft tissue health, and overall well-being. Every session is tailored to your pet's needs and guided by their comfort level and willingness to participate. 

Yes! I enjoy working as part of your pet's healthcare team. My services are designed to complement your veterinarian's recommendations, and I'm happy to communicate with them whenever appropriate to help provide coordinated, supportive care. 

Every pet responds to therapeutic bodywork a little differently. While many leave their session feeling relaxed and comfortable, some may be a little tired or experience mild soreness afterward.

Because bodywork encourages the body to move and function differently, you may notice changes in your pet over the following days. They may rest more, move differently, or begin using muscles that have been underused while compensatory patterns change. These responses vary from pet to pet and are part of the body's individual adaptation process.

If you ever have questions about how your pet is responding after a session, I'm always happy to discuss what you're seeing and help guide you through the adjustment period.