PETTERS PRESS (PP) How: Sense skin and muscle moving separately. Use full hand contact to begin pushing the skin and underlying tissue including the rib thoracic region. Hold for 3-5+ seconds with a SLOW release…, slowly increasing the time. Mix this with the Leash Remover or Elephant Hug, RFB, ACr... Used For: This touch will enhance circulation and relieve deeper areas of tension for postural awareness, improved self stretching & positional changes during play time, sleeping, bathroom time and even snuggling with the pet owner! Be Aware: The depth will depend on this animal’s tolerance as well as the size of the area being IPTouched. DB,DB,DB…Connective tissue runs through and covers everything in the body—through-around-over muscles & around organs. For healthy movement, balance, and circulation, the fascia needs to move freely. Assist: Use a wall for large animal PP. This gives large animals a cue that this is not a movement request for them to DO but something for them to LEAN INTO and DB themselves. 4 PP IPT Approaches: Rolling Fur Ball, Finger Fur, Pet Sandwich, Animal Crossings…application of each depends on species and tension pattern permission. Innovative Pet Therapy
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