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Dr. Mansum Yau
Veterinarian and Certified Pet 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 massage therapy that’s safe, effective, and tailored to your pet's needs. When you book with me, you get:
✅ Veterinary expertise
✅ Care integrated with your pet's health plan
✅ Peace of mind that your pet is truly safe and supported
Your pet deserves professional care for their muscles! Gentle, mobility-focused care tailored for your pet
For stressed, aging, injured, disabled, and sporting dogs, as well as adventure cats
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.
Why pet massage?
Benefits of massage therapy:
✅ Loosening of tight muscles
✅ Toning of inactive muscles
✅ Increased flexibility
✅ Relaxation and mood boost
✅ Pain relief
✅ Better muscle performance
Who can benefit from massage?
✅ Dogs and cats that are stiff
✅ Dogs and cats with arthritis
✅ Agility, sporting, or working dogs
✅ Post-orthopedic surgery patients (>6 weeks)
✅ 3-legged dogs and cats
✅ 1-eyed dogs and cats
✅ 1-eared dogs and cats
✅ Adventure cats
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, 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 the Bernese Mountain Dog
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!!"
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