Massage For Your Pooch

Urban Pooches LOVE massages. Your pooch will feel like a puppy after his/her massage. Our massage therapists are licensed, experienced professionals and will consult with you prior to the massage to make certain it’s an incredible experience that leaves your canine smiling inside and out. A perfect addition to boarding to make your pooch feel extra special and relaxed while you’re away.

Benefits of Canine Massage:

  • Increases circulation
  • Boosts immune system
  • Increases flexibility & joint movement
  • Eases hyperactivity & reduces anxiety
  • Helps to flush toxins
  • Improves athletic performance
  • Acts as passive exercise for geriatric or non-active dogs
  • Promotes positive social development and behavior
  • Improves overall quality of life

Appointment required.

If your pooch is Boarding with us, please consider a 30 minute massage for a discounted price. Ask our front Desk Pooch Pack for details!

15 minute massage – $25

30 minute massage – $45

45 minute massage – $60


Our Massage Therapist – Cara Shea, on Staff at Urban Pooch

Cara Shea is our resident massage therapist and Retail/Welcome Ambassador at Urban Pooch Training and Fitness Center as well as Urban Pooch Canine Life Center.  

Returning to the United States after spending six years as a model living in Asia, she graduated with her certification as a Small Animal Massage Practitioner from the Northwest School of Animal Massage in 2013. She is currently studying to complete her certification as a Clinical Canine Nutritionist.

Cara’s love for animals has been a lifelong passion, particularly when it comes to her four-year old Australian Shepherd, Sydney! She also enjoys supporting various animal rescue organizations in her spare time.

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