| Working Dogs
Guide, service and therapy dogs Police, search and rescue, detection dogs (drugs, arson, bomb, cadaver) Herding, hunting, sled dogs Workings dogs live highly stressful lives. Trekking over hard surfaces/ pavement, wearing a harness, climbing over debris, working in and around crowds, retrieving objects, trailing livestock, and tracking, can lead to injury, chronic illness, and emotional issues. Working dogs also have more wear and tear on their body than most house pets and this can lead to reduced life spans. Massage can help maintain mobility, prevent injury, and reduce the effects of stress. Massage helps return balance to their bodies and may prolong life. |