Intro to Canine Face Massage

Give your dog the gift of calm, connection, and comfort — all through your hands.

This bite-sized course will guide you step-by-step through the foundations of canine face massage. In just under 10 minutes, you’ll learn how to safely support your dog’s emotional and physical well-being with four simple techniques used by professional canine therapists.

Created by Olivia Whitfield-Heap, qualified canine massage therapist and founder of Canine Therapy Academy, this session is perfect for dog guardians who want to:

• Strengthen their bond with their dog

• Ease tension and promote relaxation

• Understand the signs their dog enjoys (or doesn’t enjoy!) touch

What you’ll learn:

• How to create a calm environment for massage

• 4 core techniques: masseter release, direct pressure, circular compressions, ear stretch

• How to read your dog’s body language and know when to stop

• When massage is safe — and when it’s not

Includes a downloadable fact sheet with diagrams so you can follow along with ease.

Important: This course is for general wellness and bonding only. If your dog has a health condition, please consult your vet before using massage.