Your best furry friend is perfectly happy with scritches and belly rubs, but you want to treat them to a whole new level of love. Just like people, dogs enjoy health benefits from regular massage and—bonus!—it's a wonderful bonding experience for human and hound alike. Join certified dog massage therapist Ian Byrne for this live virtual class where you'll learn expert techniques for giving your canine companion a rubdown that'll be a wellness boost for both of you. Ian will begin class with an introduction to dog massage, including a brief overview of canine physiology and psychology. You'll learn how to prep your pup for massage success, discover the five key areas to work on, and learn the most important stroke techniques. Find out how to "read" your dog to understand what they love—and don't like—so you can tailor your new skills and maximize the benefits of future sessions. Please note: This class is not recommended for dogs with known aggression issues, certain diseases, areas of swelling, or some behavioral issues. Always consult with your veterinarian to ensure massage is right for you and your pooch. Class length: 75 minutes. We suggest: Get even more in touch with your pup by pairing this experience with our How to Speak Dog Cards , a playful illustrated deck that'll help you decode your dog's barks and body language. Giving this experience as a gift? Print out this card to let them know what's coming. Experiences make great gifts! To gift this class, simply purchase the class for the date/time you think will work for your recipient. If that doesn't work for the recipient, no worries! Send an email that includes your order confirmation number to help@uncommongoods.com at least 48-hours prior and we'll help get them moved into a scheduled class that works better for them. Please note: By default, order confirmations and event details are sent to the purchaser's email. If you'd like this information to go to your gift recipient instead, select "this is a gift" under your chosen date. Once in your cart, you can enter the recipient's email address and choose a delivery date for the class confirmation email. Love your pets? Love on them even more with our other Uncommon Experience, Companion Cartography: Pet Mapmaking . Hit the link to find out more and book your spot. Looking to host a private or corporate event? Fill out the form on our Corporate Gifting Page . Explore more of our upcoming Uncommon Experiences: View the Calendar
