Forest Canine Massage

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Forest Canine Massage Canine massage therapy! Helping dogs feel and move better! Forest of Dean and surrounding areas.

Jessica Barton is a highly skilled, Canine Massage Therapist who has a deep love and passion for helping dogs lead a more comfortable, active and happier life. She lives in the Forest of Dean with her partner and five dogs and is the founder of Forest Canine Massage & Wellness. Jessica is on a mission to empower dog parents to become proactive instead of reactive when it comes to their dog’s physical wellness. She achieves this by sharing the latest scientific knowledge and providing sound advice, the whole family can follow to implement simple, intentional step-by-step lifestyle changes that enhance their dog’s well-being and longevity. Through her experience as a Canine Massage Therapist, Jessica has witnessed first-hand the positive effects simple lifestyles changes and canine massage therapy can have on our beloved dogs. She specialises in helping dogs of all ages, from young, active, working dogs with soft tissue injuries and performance issues, to middle-aged dogs that seem old before their time, as well as elderly dogs suffering with orthopaedic conditions such as arthritis. Her expertise enables dogs to live a more comfortable, active, happier life for longer. Become part of the FREE Facebook community Forest Canine Wellness.

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21/09/2026

IS IT REALLY THE PSOAS?

Iliopsoas pain is one of the most common findings we see in canine athletes, but finding a painful iliopsoas does not necessarily mean you’ve found the primary problem.

And that distinction matters.

In the newest episode of Inside the Canine Athlete, Jana Gams and I take a deep dive into one of the most commonly discussed, and sometimes misunderstood, problems in canine sports medicine.

Why does the iliopsoas become painful?

What does pain on palpation actually tell us?

When is the iliopsoas the primary injury, and when is it reacting to another orthopedic, biomechanical, or performance problem somewhere else in the athlete?

And if we simply treat the painful muscle without understanding why it became painful in the first place, are we actually treating the problem, or just treating the symptom?

This is why evaluating the entire athlete matters.

The question shouldn’t stop at:

“Is the iliopsoas painful?”

The more important question is:

“WHY is the iliopsoas painful?”

That’s where the diagnostic process really begins.

In Part 1 of our iliopsoas series, we break down the anatomy, pain, dysfunction, clinical assessment, and why iliopsoas abnormalities may not always be the primary problem.

If you have a sporting, working, or active dog who has dealt with iliopsoas pain or injury, I’d love to hear about your experience in the comments.

🎙️ Inside the Canine Athlete
Dr. Sherman Canapp + Jana Gams

Find the Problem. Fix the Cause. Restore Performance.

Arthritis is not just about the joints. Muscle has a huge role to play. ⬇️
08/09/2026

Arthritis is not just about the joints. Muscle has a huge role to play. ⬇️

08/09/2026
Free delivery on all products at Satch’s Snacks this weekend. Use code SOGGY at check out.
29/08/2026

Free delivery on all products at Satch’s Snacks this weekend. Use code SOGGY at check out.

Our natural dog treats provide enrichment, health and well-being. A Satch's snack is pure canine happiness, delivered to your door.

All you need to know about your dog’s stifle (knee) joint. ⬇️
28/08/2026

All you need to know about your dog’s stifle (knee) joint. ⬇️

Meeko Mischief Monday The prewash. Now Nanna has grown to a point where she can reach the counter surface she has taken ...
24/08/2026

Meeko Mischief Monday

The prewash.

Now Nanna has grown to a point where she can reach the counter surface she has taken it upon herself to do the prewash every evening after dinner. It’s a job she takes very seriously and never misses. 😂

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