What you can expect from 1st treatment
Allow 1 hour for an initial appointment. The first session is a very new experience. Your pet needs time to become accustomed to the situation, the practitioner, and the physical and psychological reception of the therapy.
I will need to physically assess, and build a relationship of trust with your pet. I will also discuss, with you, your pet’s history and their general life before any hands-on work is done. The actual hands-on part of the session will usually last no more than 20 minutes.
For follow up or subsequent visits allow 45 minutes.
Learning about your animal
Before I arrive, I will request that you complete an online questionnaire so that I have some background knowledge about your pet. This will include information about the animal’s daily lifestyle. Factors such as diet, exercise, previous injuries, illness, temperament, behaviour, and reasons for seeking Animal Bowen Therapy. Other aspects such as beds they sleep in, and equipment used -such as harnesses etc. also need to be taken into account. If you have a diagnosis from your vet or a veterinary report, please bring them along with you to your first appointment. This helps to build a clearer picture on areas that may have an impact on the condition the animal is being treated for. During the consultation, I will go through the questionnaire and discuss in more detail what the problems and issues are.
There is no hard manipulation, no pulling or cracking of joints, no insertion of needles, no massaging with oils. Pet Bowen therapy is non-invasive and does not require the use of drugs or harsh chemicals, making it an ideal option for pets that may be sensitive to other forms of treatment.
Familiarity
The time we spend discussing the problems or issues your pet may be experiencing, is a great way of calming the animal before any treatment begins. Sometimes on the first appointment, there will need to be time to allow your pet to accept and trust me. Every animal is different, so an individual approach is important. Some are excited about a new visitor and keen to say hello, others are not so sure and will be given all the time they need to approach me and feel comfortable before starting any therapy. I want to allow the animal time to get comfortable around me, which decreases distraction and nervous tension.
Observation
Whilst they are observing me, I will be observing them. Focusing on their muscle and structural asymmetry and assessing their gait whilst explaining the therapy in detail to yourself. In an assessment if it is a dog I am treating, it is often helpful to watch the dog move, walk, turn or run. This may not be appropriate for some dogs or other animals. The welfare of the animal is paramount, and he/she will never be asked to do anything that may be uncomfortable or that they may be reluctant to do. If your pet is comfortable with it, I may take a video/photo of their posture and movement.
We want to create a calm and positive experience for your pet. It is therefore best to arrange a ABT session for your pet when he/she is likely to be the most relaxed and not expecting to go out for a walk or to be fed. Sessions should involve the least amount of disruption possible.
Assessment
Before any ‘moves’ are made I will run may hands over the animal’s body so he/she can get used to my touch and also to allow me to make further observations. A full body palpation is done, where I am looking for any imbalance, restricted movement, lameness as well as feeling for tension, restriction, heat, cold, lumps, bumps etc. All this takes a little time, because the animal needs to feel comfortable and relaxed about the situation and what is going on. This information will then help to monitor changes that have taken place between treatments and gauge how the animal is progressing.
Treatment
Once the assessment has been completed, I generally have a good idea of where to start with their treatment. We can discuss as I go, however its often better if there is quiet, so that your pet can focus on what is going on in their body and not be distracted. We can always chat through any questions you might have at the end of the session.
When I feel your pet is happy for things to proceed, I will apply the Animal Bowen Therapy, a gentle rolling type motion, using fingers and thumbs on precise points on the animal’s body. This is done slowly and with gentle pressure, which will disturb the underlying tissue and create a focus for the brain to work on. Although it may not look like I am doing anything, the effects of the gentle rolling motion are extremely powerful. Throughout the treatment, I will always be observing your pet’s reaction.
ABT practitioners will never force the technique on the animal – this will only serve to make them less receptive and will be counter-productive to the outcome.
The Breaks
The session is interspersed with breaks of around 2 minutes or more, determined either by your pet or by the practitioner. These pauses are vital to allow the body time to respond to the work and it also allows the animal to have a break and move around allowing the animal to avoid feeling trapped or overwhelmed with constant stimulus, and gives them an “out” if required, which is important for their first experience or if they are timid or nervous. It allows the brain and nervous system to process, recalibrate and effect changes within the body and to give the animal time to process what is happening.
Going at their pace
Animals are much more in tune with their bodies than humans, and generally know for themselves when to “take a break”, and when to come back for more. Animals can initiate their own breaks by walking away or stretching before returning for more therapy. Often, after just a few moves, they will wander off and just stare blankly into space or go somewhere for a short lie-down. It is common for them to rest in-between moves during a session.
Will my pet need to be lifted onto a treatment table?
No, dogs treatment is carried out on the floor, this allows the dog to move around freely, which is an important part of the treatment. Cats and smaller animals can be treated on a table.
Never Forced
An important part of Animal Bowen Technique is recognising and respecting when the animal indicates it has received what it needs. Some dogs/cats can be a bit anxious initially, while most love it right away! All treatments are tailored to the pet’s needs and never rushed or forced on the animal. We go at their pace and are guided by their responses. In all situations, the animal is given free choice to say “no” to specific moves or to having Bowen at all and is not restricted in freedom to move at any time. Your pet will dictate the amount of ABT that he/she receives. Even after just a couple of moves your pet may indicate that this is all they need – their wishes are respected at all times. Just a couple of Bowen moves can have a profound effect the saying ‘less is more’ is often very true in relation to a ABT session.
Reactions
Observations of your animal’s responses and body language guide the practitioner as to how much work they wish to receive. Our human Bowen Technique clients have reported tingling, pins & needles, waves of heat and cold, deep relaxation and rejuvenation. After working with animals, it appears that they may experience similar sensations. During or just after the move has been made some common reactions are; a change in breathing pattern, yawning, licking and chewing, twitching/moving of the skin, turning to look at, licking or nibbling the area treated, sleepy eyes, ears focused on themselves, lifting/stretching limbs. Most animals usually become very relaxed right away, and even fall asleep during the treatment. These are all physical signs of the body releasing. They may release energy, tension, toxins or hormones and this is a good sign. By paying particular attention to these signs of release, we can intuitively move to the next appropriate move.
Can I bring a mat or blanket along for my pet?
Yes, you can bring anything you think will help your pet settle calmly. We want to create a calm, quiet environment, so please avoid toys and treats which may raise your pet’s excitement levels.
They are intuitive
Every animal is unique, so individual response to treatment will vary and it is up to each individual animal’s body as to how they will respond and the amount of healing that their body is capable of when given the right conditions. If you’ve ever had a session, you’ll know how good it feels too, so it’s no wonder that pets love receiving it!
Once they are familiar with me and ABT, your pet will often position itself ready for treatment. An important part of ABT is in listening to the animal if he or she clearly presents a part of the body then this is the area that I work on. The idea that ‘the animal knows best’ is a major part of ABT.
Follow up
A treatment can take up to 7 days to fully work through the body, so changes continue to happen over this time. Aftercare advice is also provided and should be followed as this is part of the treatment and can impact on the outcome. It’s generally a good idea to have a follow up session a week later, to reassess and see how the animal has progressed. The treatment will be tailored around how your pet responded to the previous session. A physical reassessment will be completed by the practitioner to note any changes.
Animal Bowen Technique practitioners do not diagnose conditions, nor do they prescribe or alter medication. Animal Bowen Technique is not a substitute for veterinary treatment and should be used in conjunction with conventional veterinary treatment.
Please ensure that your pet is well on the day of the treatment and isn’t exhibiting signs of illness (such as excess coughing, diarrhea or vomiting – a visit to vet is advised if this is the case).
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