Flexible Career Options

Learn how to incorporate your massage therapy skills into various canine professions like kennel/boarding business, dog walking, training, grooming, and hydrotherapy.

Instant Advantage in Job Applications

Stand out in the job market with your specialized knowledge and skills, offering a competitive edge in the canine industry.

Multi-Tasking Expertise

Employers value candidates who can multitask within a team of canine professionals, making you a valuable asset in any canine-related role.

About the Course

By training to become a Canine Massage Therapist, you open doors to endless opportunities in the canine industry. Whether you want to enhance your current business or secure a job, this course equips you with in-demand skills that employers seek. Join now to transform your passion for dogs into a rewarding career.

Equi-Ed

Our training principles are based on objective, evidence-based research and a thorough understanding of the dog. This approach takes into account the dog’s behavior and psychology, as well as its physical structure including anatomy and physiology, with a specific interest in injury prevention and treatment. We also focus on biomechanics, along with covering several relevant supplementary subjects, providing an all-encompassing program of study. Additionally, we have a unit dedicated to building your business, including the legalities involved. We guide our students on how to perform in clinical practice while working alongside veterinarians and other professionals.

Course Curriculum

11 Chapters · 81 Lessons

  1. 1

    Introduction to Canine Massage

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      Canine Compliance Handbook - Please read and then sign the student agreement statement

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Student Agreement Statement - Please Download and Sign

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      Signed Student Agreement

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      Equi-Ed Online Terms and Conditions

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      Pre-Study Prep

  2. 2

    How the Muscular System Works

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      The Muscular System

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      Structure of Skeletal Muscle

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      Sliding Filament

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      Nerve Conduction

  3. 3

    Canine Massage & Rehabilitation Course Manuals

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      Canine Anatomy & Physiology Manual

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      Canine Science Manual

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      Canine Psychology Health and Wellbeing Manual

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      Canine Massage & Rehabilitation Manual

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      Common Injuries & Signs of Discomfort Manual

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      Practitioner Terminology Manual

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      Knowledge Check Quiz

  4. 4

    Canine Massage & Rehabilitation Zoom & Practical Details

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      Zoom 1

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      Zoom 2

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      On Site Practical Days Nov 1st & 2nd

  5. 5

    Canine Massage Practical Information

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      Canine Evaluation Checklist

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      Canine Gait Assessment Manual

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      Massage Therapy Techniques

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      Photizo VetCare

  6. 6

    Gait, Dynamic Assessment & Lameness

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      Slow Motion Gait Analysis

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      Assessing Gaits

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      Assessing Lameness - Forelimb

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      Assessing Lameness - Hindlimb

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      Common Causes of Foreleg Lameness

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      Medial Shoulder Instability

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      Elbow Dysplasia

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      Common Causes of Hindlimb Lameness

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      Sub-luxating Patella

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      Hip Dysplasia

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      Cranial Cruciate Ligament Rupture

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      BOAS - Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome

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      Intervertebral Disk Disk Disease - IVDD

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      Lumbosacral Disease

  7. 7

    Canine Massage Technique Videos

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      Canine Static & Dynamic Evaluations

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      Palpation and Range of Movement

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      Effleurage Technique

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      Myofascial Release Techniques

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      Petrissage Techniques - Picking Up & Wringing

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      Shaking and Compression Techniques

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      Ischemic Pressure and Cross Fibre Friction Techniques

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      Tapotement Techniques - Cupping, Hacking & Pounding

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      Stretching

  8. 8

    Assignments

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      Canine Assignments

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      Upload Assignment 1

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      Upload Assignment 2

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      Upload Assignment 3

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      Upload Assignment 4

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      Upload Assignment 5

    7. (Included in full purchase)

      Upload Assignment 6

  9. 9

    Insurance Information

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      Balens Insurance Information - Must be in place before starting case studies

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      Balens Insurance Certificate

  10. 10

    Case Studies

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      Example Case Study

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      Case Studies Template

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      Approval to Massage Template

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      Upload Approval for Case Study 1

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      Upload Case Study 1

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      Upload Approval for Case Study 2

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      Upload Case Study 2

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      Upload Approval for Case Study 3

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      Upload Case Study 3

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      Upload Approval for Case Study 4

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      Upload Case Study 4

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      Upload Approval for Case Study 5

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      Upload Case Study 5

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      Upload Approval for Case Study 6

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      Upload Case Study 6

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      Upload Approval for Case Study 7

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      Upload Case Study 7

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      Upload Approval for Case Study 8

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      Upload Case Study 8

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      Upload Approval for Case Study 9

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      Upload Case Study 9

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      Upload Approval for Case Study 10

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      Upload Case Study 10

  11. 11

    Zoom Recordings

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Professional Canine Massage & Rehabilitation Zoom 1

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      Zoom 2

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      Zoom 3

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I recently completed this course, and I have to say it was one of the most comprehensive and well-structured programs I’ve taken. The material covered was in-depth and truly high-level, going far beyond surface concepts to ensure a real understanding of the subject. The combination of assignments and case studies made a huge difference — everything we learned in theory was immediately applied in practice, which helped solidify my knowledge and develop problem-solving skills relevant to real-world scenarios. The final exam was quite challenging, but in a good way — it tested both understanding and application, not just memorization. Overall, this course demands effort and commitment, but the payoff is absolutely worth it. I would highly recommend it to anyone serious about mastering the topic and ready to be pushed to the next level. Rated 5 out of 5
Doiminique

Ireland

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