My young pup was diagnosed with two torn ACLs in her back legs that required surgery -  one at a time.  Haley came home from her first surgery with 5 pages of instructions separated into days/weeks post-op.  I was clueless and scared to even touch the shaved leg that had been repaired.  Lisa taught me what to do and how to do it, but I remained uncomfortable doing it because I was afraid to hurt Haley, so I asked Lisa to help me through the rehab. 

Because her other leg was also in need of surgery, Haley would meet with Lisa each week to not only help with the repaired leg, but also to keep the other leg in the best shape that it could be, as it was needed to support the repaired leg during recovery. We continued massage twice a month until she was ready for her second surgery eight months later.  

Lisa was there to again help with the post-op care and rehabilitation.  This second surgery has been so much easier than the first in terms of speed of recovery and her ability to use her newly repaired leg.  Lisa continues to do massage on Haley, with special emphasis on the muscle knots and kinks that arise because she is not yet fully recovered and uses other parts of her body to compensate. 

Lisa, with the knowledge and skill that she brings, has been a gift to us.  Haley adores her time with Lisa and tries to be a good client.  She must know that Lisa makes her feel better -  I know that I do as well! -  Ellen Beaudette. 

See a video of Haley getting a massage.

My dog Maggie has benefited greatly from Lisa's services. Maggie has arthritis and nerve issues, which make descending stairs difficult. Lisa's work with Maggie has enabled Maggie to retain the ability to use the stairs and has helped with her range of motion. Carolyn Morrisette

Lisa is a very calming and gentle dog massage practitioner who has magical hands and has helped my dog, Bella, to continue walking without pain. She has helped improve the quality of my dog’s life for 2 years and I plan on continuing with Lisa. She has made a HUGE improvement in my dog’s happiness (and mine). -Ellen Kanner

We are extremely pleased with Lisa's work with both our dogs.  She originally came to us to help our then 9 year old flat-coated retriever with a shoulder strain, and she has since continued to help with his ongoing health.  Marcus is now 12, a rarity for the breed. 

She also keeps our 5 year old flat-coat, Mazie, in condition for agility and field competitions.   Our dogs love it when she comes, and they clearly enjoy her thoughtful attention and muscle work.  We are deeply grateful for all her kindness and attention to their well being and would recommend her highly. -  Steve Binder and Kris Estes

I have a miniature dachshund, Spumoni, who was a breeder in a puppy mill for the first six years of her life. Being confined in a tiny crate has left her with weak and easily injured muscles from lack of use for so many years. My husband and I have tried to build her strength, but she is still susceptible to strains, which seem to take many months to heal. After her most recent injury, we employed Lisa’s services with hopes of speeding up the healing process with massage therapy. 

Well, the recovery was probably 1/4 to 1/3 of the time it has taken in the past! Lisa’s gentle, effective, and competent touch enabled Spumoni to heal and return to her baseline activities and health. Spumoni is also very shy, but Lisa let Spumoni become accustomed to her and approach Lisa when she was ready, making the therapy as stress-free as it could be for her. -  Karen Palmerino

During the visits, Lisa clearly explains what Dustin's issues that day and what she most needs to work on to help him. She gives us advice on what we can do when we are all home. Lisa is very good about adjusting to Dustin's "moods". If she is working on one spot and he moves, she either tries it another way or works on another area....We really appreciate that she sends an e-mail to review Dustin's session . This email also goes out his other therapists. Dustin definitely shows an improvement after his visits. Dustin rates his Auntie LIsa 5 Licks. -Kathy Riker

I brought my dog, Henry, in for a massage to see f it would help with his strained ligament in his knee. Lisa was immediately able put my dog at ease, who has never been massaged before. She was attentive to all his signs and knew when to take a break and move to another area, let him drink water etc. The next day, Henry was actually putting more weight on that leg and he seemed to be more playful and happy! I'm very grateful and hopeful and will continue with the massage. -Hannah Driscoll