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Read this BOOK REVIEW for "Energy Work with Dogs"
Journal
American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association
July - September 2006, Volume 25, Number 2
BOOK REVIEW:
Energy Work with Dogs: Assessing the Body Language and Body Wisdom of the Dog through Acupressure, Chakra Balancing and Positional Release
by Jonathan Rudinger, RN, LMT
ISBN 0-9664826-3-8
Publisher: PetMassage™ Ltd. Copyright 2003
Paperback, 237 Pages 7 ½ x 8 ½ and accompanying C/Ds (audio)
Reviewed by Marilyn Welsh, DVM, CVA
Energy Work with Dogs is written by PetMassage™ Institute founder Jonathan Rudinger. He demonstrates and teaches his pet massage methods throughout the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. This book is a continuation of his first book, Effective PetMassage™ for Dogs. The book begins with a discussion of Mr. Rudinger's background as both an RN and a LMT. He has used his training in modalities such as human medical massage, healing touch, martial arts, positional release and myofascial work. He has also used his own experiences and intuition working with animals to develop a massage and energy work system specifically adapted to dogs.
There is a good discussion on the many benefits of massage to the physical, behavioral and emotional health of dogs. Jonathan believes almost all dogs benefit from regular massage treatments. Energy Work for Dogs is aimed at pet guardians. I was impressed that, throughout the book, the author reminds readers that these techniques are meant to support regular veterinary care, whether it be conventional or alternative. He stresses that diagnosis of specific conditions and the recommendation of treatment protocols, even supplements and diets, are not included within the scope of PetMassage. He says, "the techniques we teach complement the fine work already being done by veterinarians," and urges pet owners to develop a good relationship with a veterinarian. He explains how massage and energy work can strengthen the bond between pet guardians and their dogs.
This book contains a lot of information. Throughout the book, the author talks about the concept of a vital energy. The most delightful and useful aspects of this book are the numerous "exercises to try" at the end of each chapter. Exercises included observing energy in our own body, grounding ourselves before giving a massage to a dog, and sensing the energy fields surrounding dogs. Actively performing these exercises would be a great way to increase our own perception and intuition.
There is a discussion of massage techniques, although massage itself was discussed in greater detail in Mr. Rudinger's first book. As well as massage the book introduces acupressure, the concept of Qi flowing through meridians, energy fields, chakras and healing touch. There is also excellent information throughout the book on reading a dog's body language, asking permission and allowing the dog to refuse any techniques he or she doesn't like.
Mr Rudinger's goal was not to have his readers learn specific acupressure points, but rather to be aware that points and meridians do exist, and show their general locations.
The final section of the book ties all of the information together, and goes through a practical, detailed, step-by-step guide to giving a whole body massage. I would recommend this book to dog-loving clients wanting to learn how to massage their own dogs to improve circulation, flexibility, and comfort levels: and above all to enhance their relationship with their pet.
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Energy Work Home Study Course
PetMassage™ Energy Work With Dogs, Accessing the Magnificent Body Language and Body Wisdom of the Dog
"As an adult, I learned that this ability to understand and be understood by animals is not universal - It is unusual and precious."
This course will help you to enhance the energetic quality of your life and the lives of your animals. Dogs are energetic creatures in many ways. Those of us, who have survived Beagle or Lab puppies, know more about puppy energy than most of us ever need to know! The constant movement, the curiosity, the nonstop play are indicators of high animation; kinetic energy. The magnificent stillness we experience as the puppies collapse into sleep creates potential energy.
Energy work, the subject of this text, is an extension of the PetMassage™ learned in our earlier courses. You will develop greater insight into the massage process when you understand the dynamics that occur between you and your dog as your two energetic bodies unite. The skills (tools) that you'll learn in this course are ones that you can easily use and add to your practice.
See a list of topics covered in the training course.
Comparing Home-Study Energy Work Course and Advanced PetMassage for Dogs Workshop
We want to be clear and authentic in our descriptions of how and what you will be able to use, the potential value for you and your dogs. The PetMassage Energy Work with Dogs Home Study course provides basic, easy to follow training for people who simply want a more structured way to learn the information in the Energy Work with Dogs text and audio CDs, without attending a workshop. This course is also an excellent way for students to prepare for our PetMassage for Dogs Advanced Workshop.
Unfortunately, home study courses have the inherent disadvantage that they provide none of the absolutely necessary hands-on instruction. Courses with only books and DVDs cannot provide a level of instruction that is in any way equivalent to one-on-one experiences. Although we provide photographs of how movements look and verbally describe how they should feel, remember that massage is, by its very definition, a hands-on skill. To learn PetMassage a student needs the immediate verbal and physical feedback that can only be achieved in a workshop. First master the foundation of techniques and body mechanics cerebrally, with your study preparation. Then cultivate intuited nuances with your correctly learned PetMassage skills at a workshop. Study directly with the founder of the PetMassage program, Jonathan Rudinger. Foundation level Workshops are offered several times each year. Find the current schedule for PetMassage™ workshops in this Pet-alogue and online: www.petmassage.com.
The Energy Work for Dogs Home study Course earns Massage Therapists 25CEUs through the NCBTMB.
An advanced course incorporating the use of energy in your massage work.
It teaches you to use and enhance the effects of touch, positional release, acupressure, chakra work and communication fundamentals in your practice.
You will find it adds dimension to your massage. It is the next step in taking your massage to more profound, focused and effective levels.
Complete Home Study Course: The new PetMassage™: Energy Work With Dogs, Home study course*, including the book, CD set and essay test $275.00 + s/h
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NOTE: Prerequisite for the Energy Work With Dogs, Home study course is completion of the 7-day foundation workshop or the Effective PetMassage™ for Dogs Home study Course #1.
Topics covered in the Energy Work With Dogs Training Course
Unit 1 This Course and Benefits of PetMassage™ Energy Work
Unit 2 Benefits
Unit 3 Language
Unit 4 Awareness and Energy
Unit 5 Ch'i, Acupoints and Meridians
Unit 6 Auras and Chakras
Unit 7 Essential Intangibles
Unit 8 Mechanics
Unit 9 Healing Touch
Unit 10 Recipe for Success
Unit 11 Exploring New levels
Unit 12 The Future
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