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Dr. Mansum Yau
Veterinarian and Certified Canine Massage Therapist in Vancouver, BC
Pet Massage in Vancouver, BC
As a licensed veterinarian with a canine massage certificate from the Royal Canadian College of Massage Therapy, I provide canine massage therapy that’s safe, effective, and tailored to your dog’s needs. When you book with me, you get:
✅ Veterinary expertise
✅ Care integrated with your dog’s health plan
✅ Peace of mind that your dog is truly safe and supported
Your dog deserves professional care for their muscles, ligaments, and tendons.
For stressed, aging, injured, disabled, and sporting dogs
What to Expect
Initial vet exam to check for any hidden health concerns, discuss canine massage goals, and introduce your dog to massage. You'll also fill out history forms.
30-minute massage,
at least 2 hours after eating
For best results, start with weekly sessions for 6 weeks, then every 2-4 weeks.
After the massage, walk your dog and offer plenty of water.
Please send a post-massage update.
What not just painkillers?
Why pet massage?
Benefits of massage therapy include:
✅ Loosening of tight muscles
✅ Toning of inactive muscles
✅ Increased flexibility
✅ Relaxation and mood boost from the release of serotonin
✅ Pain relief from the release of endorphins
✅ Increased blood circulation which leads to better muscle performance and healing
✅ Increased lymphatic drainage which helps the immune system
Indications to Massaging a Pet
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One-eyed (uneven use of neck to turn and see)
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One-eared (uneven use of neck to localize sounds)
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Three-legged (extra weight on remaining limbs)
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Seniors that are inactive or stiff
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Breeds predisposed to arthritis
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Active and working dogs
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Agility and other sporting dogs
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Post-orthopedic surgery dogs (>6 weeks) to address compensatory muscle tightness
- Well-socialized dogs that are stressed
Contraindications to Massaging a Pet
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Aggression
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Cancer including cutaneous mast cell tumours
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Severe heart disease e.g., aortic stenosis, and atrial fibrillation
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Phlebitis
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Panosteitis
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Myositis
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Acute intervertebral disc disease (IVDD)
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Acute injury <72 hours
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Open wounds
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Skin infection including ringworm
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Fever
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Shock
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Diarrhea
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Pregnancy
Testimonials
Ollie's mom
Ollie is so relaxed since [his massage] yesterday! For the first time in a while, he lay next to me not chewing his paws at all while I ate dinner!!
Ollie the Bernese Mountain Dog
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