TTouch & Reiki

TTouch

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Tellington TTouch is a kind and respectful way of working with animals to help them overcome a variety of health and behavioural issues.  It was developed over 30 years ago by Linda Tellington Jones and is now widely used around the world.                   

TTouch recognises a link between posture and behaviour and uses body work and specific equipment to release tension and promote a feeling of calm and well being, which in turn can help animals develop both self confidence and self control.

Body movements (TTouches) are used to induce a state of calm and these movements then have a profound effect on the nervous system, thus powerfully influencing both the dog's responses and mood. 

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TTouch is incredibly effective and can have amazing results with dogs who are nervous during the grooming process. We use TTouch techniques as a fundamental part of each and every groom wherever we deem it necessary....helping to calm and relax any dog exhibiting signs of anxiety or stress.

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Reiki

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“Reiki” (ray-key) is Japanese for ‘universal life energy, and is also a word used to describe a system of natural healing, This tradition was founded by Mikao Usui in the early 20th century and evolved as a result of his research, experience and dedication.

We live in a world of energy that nourishes and maintains all living things. When this energy flows uninterrupted there is balance and harmony within and around us, and we experience a sense of well being.

Reiki healing is a form of hands-on healing and can be used on both humans and animals. It involves a practitioner placing their hands on the body in various positions, allowing the channelling of energy, which in turn induces a state of calm and relaxation and can aid healing processes within the body. 

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Zen Dog offers Reiki as either a standalone treatment or as an additional treatment which can be given to your dog as a part of their therapeutic grooming experience.