Elite Performance Therapeutic Massage

🐶 Is your dog truly happy? ❤️

A happy dog isn't always the one with endless energy. In fact, some of the biggest signs of happiness are surprisingly simple:

🐾 They can relax and settle after play.
🐾 They're curious and enjoy exploring.
🐾 They like being close to you without being overly clingy.
🐾 They recover well after excitement or stressful moments.

✨ Try this tonight: Ask yourself...
✔️ Did my dog relax today?
✔️ Did they engage with their world?
✔️ Did they recover well after excitement?

If you answered "yes" to most of these, your pup is likely feeling safe, secure, and emotionally healthy. 💙

How many of these signs does your dog show? Tell us in the comments! 🐕👇

Thank you Red Cedar Riders Saddle Club.

Summer is in full swing! Be sure to keep your horses feeling great with some of our sponsors!

- Cameron Vet Clinic
- Sorrel Vet
- Northern Lights chiropractic 2.0
- Elite Performance Therapeutic Massage
- NK PEMF Health & Wellness
- Upper Midwest Equine

Seasonal shifts can totally change your dog’s behavior — more pulling, more barking, more zoomies, or more restlessness. It’s not “bad behavior”; it’s your dog reacting to changes in routine, weather, daylight, and new seasonal triggers.

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩𝐬:
• 𝐀𝐝𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 so changes don’t feel chaotic
• 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐞𝐱𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫, not the calendar
• 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 (wildlife, decorations, storms, busy neighborhoods)
• 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐞𝐧𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 when outdoor time gets shorter or more chaotic
• 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝟑 𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐬 to see what’s really driving the behavior

Small tweaks = a calmer, happier dog all year long.

Today is National Rescue Dog Day. Here is a picture of our two rescue dogs.
Let's see what pictures you have of your rescue dogs.

Bovine massage is a valuable wellness tool that helps improve circulation, reduce muscle tension, and support overall mobility, allowing cattle to feel and perform at their best. Regular massage can promote relaxation, decrease stress, and help identify areas of soreness or stiffness before they become larger issues. For show cattle, massage is especially beneficial in preparing the body for the physical demands of travel, including long trailer rides, standing for extended periods, and adapting to unfamiliar environments. It can also encourage better posture, muscle tone, and flexibility, helping cattle move more comfortably and confidently in the show ring. A calm, relaxed, and physically prepared animal is more likely to present well in front of judges, showcasing both soundness and condition. Prioritizing bodywork as part of a show routine supports not only competitive success, but also the long-term wellbeing of the animal.

As riders head into the competition season, therapeutic equine massage and BEMER blanket plays a key role in preparing horses both physically and mentally for peak performance. Regular massage helps improve circulation, increase flexibility, and reduce muscle tension, allowing your horse to move more freely and perform at their best. It can also aid in preventing injuries by identifying and addressing areas of soreness before they become larger issues. Horses that receive consistent bodywork often show improved relaxation, focus, and overall performance in the ring. As someone who also rides competitive dressage, I’ve experienced firsthand how therapeutic massage and BEMER blanket can enhance a horse’s comfort, movement, and competitive edge.

Schedule your appointment as availability is limited.
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As the weather has gotten warmer, and it is easier to take longer and more consistent dog walks, it is necessary to keep these factors in mind to provide your dog with the best outdoor experience.

Start with your calm demeanor. Dogs get very excited at walk times. Use the leash as a reward. Wait for the dog to calm down, then attach the leash. The calmer the start, the easier and more focused the walk.

Have consistency in your walks. Calmly walking at your side, with regular sniff intervals.

Pay attention to their body cues. Perking ears, stiffining body, pace quickens, etc. If you catch these signs early, give your dog distance, slow down, and redirect their behavior.

Use the last few minutes of the walk as a cool down. Slow the pace, reward the dog calmly. This will tone the dog's energy down before entering the house.

Happy walking, everyone!

“On National Hug Your Dog Day, take a moment to wrap your arms around the one who loves you most unconditionally—because their joy lives in every heartbeat beside you. A simple hug reminds them they’re your whole world, just as you are theirs.” 🐾

Had a great time at Holly's Place Equestrian Center. Thank you for inviting me!