From dogs to donkeys and horses, animals are experiencing the powerful health benefits of therapeutic massage Linda Marx is a writer and reporter for PEOPLE in the areas of entertainment, politics, ...

It’s a special day each month when Amy Henry comes over. Marcia Wick sets up a pillow for Viviane, who knows she’s in for a treat. With a soothing touch, the 14-year-old retired guide dog Vivi, as ...

Home to a massage therapy instructor/certified Reiki master who works solely with animals, Companion Animal Massage & Bodywork may be unique. “It’s such a pleasure to work with animals,” said ...

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) - Massage therapy is not just for people. It's a great way to keep your companion animals healthy and well-balanced as well. Massage therapy helps to release fear, stress and ...

Everyone knows the universal sign of feline contentment: Curled up on a couch with their humans petting them, cats will often let out the slow rumble of a purr. What you may not realize, though, is ...

Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Lisa Bogacki has always loved animals. Growing up, she had a number of cats and dogs as pets and ...

ST. CLOUD, Minn. (AP) — For some people, a dog is more than just a pet. Their dog is a family member, a confidante and a best friend. Becky Stawarski’s best friend was named Shatzi, the St. Cloud ...

What pet owner hasn't noticed how happy a nice belly rub makes their dog? As it turns out, petting and even more formalized canine massage can have amazing health benefits for pets — and our local ...

Fargo - Deborah Hemstad kneads her massage client’s shoulders. She goes over each ligament to make sure they’re stretched out. She spends some extra time on the hips, an area of special concern after ...

MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) — Jill Rheaume knows what you’re thinking when you hear about the type of business she operates. “Yes, it’s a thing,” Rheaume said about Healing Companion, her canine massage ...

BOSTON (CBS) -- Frederika Vecchi is a canine masseuse in Pembroke. She's been working on dogs for 10 years and says they are very receptive to massage therapy. Your ...