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DESCRIPTION:Jackie Limosani a member of Rand Park Dog Training Club will 
 present the Winter Program this year -&nbsp\; Canine Massage. &nbsp\;&nb
 sp\;Jackie is Nationally Certified Canine Massage Therapist from NBCAAM 
 (The National Board of Certification for Animal Acupressure &amp\; Massa
 ge)\, member of IAAMB (International Association ofAnimal Massage &amp\;
  Bodywork) and a member of Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy.\nJackie will
  discuss how massage will strengthen the bond between you and your dog\,
  demonstrate various massage techniques you can use to calm\, invigorate
 \, and relieve stress and tension in your pets\, as well as explain the 
 physical and emotional benefits your canine companion will receive throu
 gh regular massaging.\nHave you ever had a massage?&nbsp\; How did you f
 eel afterward?&nbsp\; Exhilarated\, reduced pain and discomfort or calm 
 and relaxed?&nbsp\; Our dogs need massage too!&nbsp\; Canine massage is 
 so much more than just petting\; it is touch with intent.&nbsp\; Here ar
 e just a few ways that dogs frompuppies to seniors can benefit from mass
 age&hellip\;\n\nRelaxes and calms an anxious/nervous dog\nPromotes healt
 hy skin and hair/coat\nImproves/increases blood and lymphatic circulatio
 n\nHelps eliminate toxins and improves the immune system\nImproves perfo
 rmance for the canine athlete\nPrevents injury by increasing range of mo
 tion and enhancingmuscle tone\nRelieves tension\, pain\, and discomfort\
 nEases the pain and soreness from chronic conditions like arthritis and 
 hip dysplasia through release of endorphins\nOpens blood vessels\, which
  allows blood to flow freely carrying oxygen to the cells and disposing 
 of waste/by-products \n\nCanine massage is not a substitute for nor inte
 nded to replace veterinary care. It is not a cure for disease or illness
 .&nbsp\; It is a complementary form of health care. We recommend routine
  veterinary care for your dog. If your dog has any symptoms ofinjury or 
 disease\, please consult with your veterinarian before starting any mass
 age program.\nRand Park Dog Training Club 847-825-3318 is a not for prof
 it dog obedience training club that trains at the Park District Leisure 
 Center\, 2222 Birch Street\, Des Plaines\, IL.&nbsp\;Website:&nbsp\; www
 .randparkdtc.org.\n&nbsp\;\nContact: Jackie Limosani&nbsp\; jlimosani@ya
 hoo.com\nThe public is welcome.&nbsp\; There is no charge for the presen
 tation.&nbsp\; Please do not bring your dogs.&nbsp\; There will be demo 
 dogs there.
URL:http://desplaines.patch.com/events/canine-massage-presentation
SUMMARY:Canine Massage Presentation
LOCATION:Administrative &amp\; Leisure Center: 2222 Birch St\, Des Plaine
 s\, IL
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