Your dog’s body is always communicating.
Are you noticing the signs?

• Subtle weight shifts.
• Shorter strides.
• Stiffness getting up.
• A change in posture.

Most pet parents don’t know what those signals mean. After this day — you will.

In this immersive, hands-on experience, you and your dog will learn how to:

• Perform a simple head-to-tail wellness exam
• Identify heat and early inflammation
• Recognize gait abnormalities and weight shifts
• Understand fascia — the “scaffolding system” that connects everything
• Find and release trigger points
• Safely perform a full massage sequence
• Use gentle acoustic (tuning fork) therapy to support relaxation and mobility
• Know when NOT to treat

This is for you if:

• Your dog is slowing down
• You want to prevent injury
• You love learning and want to understand what your veterinarian sees
• You believe movement matters

You’ll leave with:

• Confidence.
• Clarity.
• A structured plan.
• And a deeper connection with your dog’s body.

Requirements for dog participation:

Dog Eligibility & Welfare Requirements

To ensure the safety, comfort, and learning experience of all participants, all dogs must be approved in advance and meet the following criteria:

• Calm, people-friendly temperament
• Comfortable being handled by unfamiliar people under supervision
• Comfortable resting quietly in a crate when not actively participating
• Comfortable in a group environment with other dogs and people
• No history of aggression toward people or dogs
• Owners must provide a secure, appropriately sized crate for their dog
• Owners must provide food and snacks for their dogs. Items are available for purchase at Barkers Anonymous

Dogs showing signs of stress, anxiety, or overstimulation may be asked to take breaks in their crate or be excused from hands-on portions for their well-being.

Dog Participation Approval Policy:

Dogs participating in hands-on portions of the workshop must be approved in advance by Dr. Laurie or Comora Tolliver, Owner of Barkers Anonymous.

Approval is based on temperament, comfort in a group setting, and suitability for a full-day learning environment.

Submission of registration does not guarantee dog participation until approval is confirmed.

Participants whose dogs are not approved may still attend the workshop as observers.