Authors: Michael W. Fox
ISBN-13: 9781557045751, ISBN-10: 1557045755
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Newmarket Press
Date Published: April 2004
Edition: REV
Distinguished veterinarian and animal psychologist Dr. Michael W. Fox shares his pioneering 6-step cat massage technique, which is not only a healing tool and healthcare measure, but also affirms the bond between you and your animal companion. Drawn from more than 30 years of experience, Dr. Fox provides an orientation to basic cat anatomy, physiology, and psychology. This newly revised and updated volume is an essential guide for helping and healing our animal companions.
Introduction | ix | |
1 | The Healing Touch | 1 |
2 | Why Cats Need Massage | 7 |
3 | Preparing Yourself and Your Cat for Massage | 17 |
4 | A Mini-course in Anatomy | 29 |
5 | Understanding Your Cat's Body Language | 47 |
6 | The Massage Routine | 55 |
7 | Diagnostic Massage | 81 |
8 | Therapeutic Massage | 93 |
9 | Total Health Care for Cats | 109 |
10 | Natural Healing | 121 |
11 | The Healing Touch Revisited | 129 |
Further Reading | 138 | |
Index | 140 |