Novak Canine Massage

07/08/2026

Beautiful post - an important reminder for all of us to remember we're on a journey with our pets and doing the best we can for them.

💚 Don’t Feel Guilty 💚

So many of us – myself included – carry an overwhelming sense of guilt when it comes to our dogs.

We worry that we aren’t doing enough, or that we could have made different choices. This feeling is so common, and many of us carry that burden quietly.

We wonder if their behaviour is our fault, or if their orthopaedic conditions happened because we played too much ball, let them run the stairs, or competed in sports like flyball or agility. We ask ourselves: could I have prevented this?

But here’s the truth ⬇️
We all do the very best we can with the knowledge, time, and resources we have. Life with our dogs is a journey. Yes, there may be things we’d do differently if we could go back – but that doesn’t mean we should carry guilt.

💚 Don’t feel guilty if you can’t afford every therapy or treatment session – physio, acupuncture, hydrotherapy, swimming, or specialist training.

💚 Don’t feel guilty if your busy life doesn’t allow you to attend every class or activity.

💚 Don’t feel guilty if you can’t buy the most expensive foods, supplements, or training plans, and instead choose what works for your budget.

👉 What matters most is that your dog feels loved, safe, and respected.

You are doing a fantastic job.
You are an amazing dog owner. 🐾

20/05/2026

As an avid agility competitor myself, I know just how much dedication goes into training and competing with our dogs. We put in countless hours of work, and our dogs give their absolute heart and soul every time they step into the ring.

Hex is my main competition dog at the moment, and he truly loves what he does. Like many driven dogs, though, he doesn’t always let me know when something feels uncomfortable or isn’t quite right.

The palpation skills I’ve developed as a Clinical Canine Massage Therapist allow me to regularly monitor his muscular health and overall wellbeing. By identifying subtle imbalances, areas of tension (hypertonicity), and signs of muscular discomfort early, I can address small issues before they develop into bigger problems.

Canine massage is an excellent way to support sports and working dogs, helping to keep them comfortable, balanced, and performing at their best—so they can continue doing what they love.

16/05/2026

As a Canine Massage Guild therapist, I’m committed to completing a minimum of 25 hours of Continued Professional Development every year.

Keeping my knowledge and hands-on skills up to date means I can continue providing the very best care and support for every single dog I work with.

Last month I completed 2 full days of additional training with Canine Massage Therapy Centre , including facilitated stretching techniques and enhancing my existing skills through a practical skills review.

I love being able to bring new knowledge and techniques back to my clients and their wonderful dogs 🩵

14/05/2026

Canine massage can help improve mobility, reduce stiffness, ease muscular tension, and support recovery from injury.

Massage isn’t just a luxury for dogs — it can make a real difference to their comfort, movement, and wellbeing.

At Novak Canine Massage, I’m now open for bookings and would love to help your dog feel their best!

05/05/2026

🐾 Novak Canine Massage 🐾

Hi, I’m Anna, a clinical canine massage therapist dedicated to helping dogs feel their best. I provide clinical canine massage therapy for dogs across Nottingham, Grantham, and Newark—coming directly to your home so your dog can receive care in the comfort and safety of their own environment.

I trained for two years at the Canine Massage Therapy Centre and am a proud member of the Canine Massage Guild.

✨ I can help with:

• Injury recovery (strains, trigger points, soft tissue pain)
• Chronic pain (arthritis, hip/elbow dysplasia)
• Improved mobility & overall wellbeing

Every massage is tailored to your dog’s needs, helping them move better, feel comfortable, and improve their quality of life.

📩 Message me today to book a session and give your dog the care they deserve!