Relaxed Cat Receives Therapeutic Massage

Occurred on November 25, 2019 / Surat Thani, Thailand

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Watch as this cat receives a massage therapy, which has him completely relaxed. He's enjoying it! The lucky feline is very spoiled and we're sure there's not a drop of stress in that fur ball. This is fantastic! Would you like to give your cat a relaxing massage too?

Today, veterinary medicine recognizes massage as more than just a relaxation technique. They are applied in the prevention and treatment of innumerable physical and emotional disturbances. To help you improve the quality of life of your pet, we summarize basic tips for massaging your cat.

Massage is considered a very efficient non-invasive therapeutic method for humans, wild animals and domestic animals. They are usually indicated to relieve pain, anxiety and stress caused by various pathologies, as well as being valued as a simple alternative to provide comfort and well-being.

Our days are so full of responsibilities and obligations that sometimes we forget to dedicate time to our pets, a precious way to communicate and connect with your cat is through touch. And we are not referring to the tact that it is necessary to have with his majesties the cats so that they do not get angry sometimes but that sensation of proximity when touching him. And they also love that moment. But do you know that you can go further in this art? A massage given to your feline can have therapeutic effects on it.

This practice requires to comply with a series of indications, so that the feline is relaxed and enjoys its positive effects.

Each cat has a favourite area to be petted, so that's where we'll start our massages. The animal is more willing to receive the massages when we start from areas they like.

Most felines appreciate being massaged behind their ears or under their chin, but every owner surely knows their pet better than anyone else. When recognizing the ideal region, we should start with gentle, slow strokes so as not to stress the animal.

Choose, of course, the moment when you see your animal calm as when it has just woken up from its nap or before going to bed at night. He will be much more receptive.

Setting out for an alternative therapy or a relaxing time with your cat takes time and dedication. The first step in massaging your cat is to take the time to concentrate on this activity and enjoy it. In addition to ensuring the quality of the massages, it helps to improve the bonds of trust between master and pet.

But, as you'll notice, it's not just your cat that will benefit from this practice. It has been proven that petting a cat and spending time with them reduces blood pressure, calms the nervous system and will also release dopamine.