Reviews & Testimonials

“My only regret is I did not do this sooner for my senior pittie Caspian. He would have been so much happier months ago! I have never seen my boy melt like butter until his first massage. Alyson has an immediate warmth about her when she walks into your home. Caspian wasted no time with getting comfortable on the mat and getting his massage on! If you are even tossing around the idea of having a massage for your dog, just do it.”

“Alyson made the life of my 13 year old GSD so much better! Her amazing massage and kindness toward my dog Max was one of the best parts of his senior life. He had spondylosis & was a pretty aggressive dog but during his sessions he would just fall asleep & relax.”

“We were fortunate enough to win a contest to receive a free massage for my hospice foster Rocky. Alyson was so amazing with him. She gives off an energy that puts animals and people at ease immediately. It was like Rocky knew she was here for him. He jumped right on the bed and let her do her magic. I enjoyed chatting with her while she soothed his weary bones. Thanks Alyson. We love ya.”

“I contacted Alyson after my dog, Mia, was diagnosed hyperthyroidism and cancer and now all of my dogs get to experience massages. Alyson has a true gift, my dogs just love her!  She has such a calm demeanor and a natural touch. I highly recommend Ash & Oak and Alyson!”

“We had Alyson come to our house for our new rescue, Norman, who was very tense and nervous to be touched. We did five sessions with Alyson, and by the end he was sitting in laps, more relaxed and less nervous about human contact. We HIGHLY recommend Ash & Oak Canine Massage and definitely plan to use Alyson again for all our dogs.”

“My dog is very skittish, and Alyson was so patient and so skilled that Faith was nestled in her lap in no time at all. Alyson made a huge difference in Faith's quality of life before her scheduled CCL surgery. Faith and I are always happy to see Alyson when she comes to town.”

“I have had the great joy of having Alyson be my instructor while I was studying to become a canine massage therapist as well.  Her understanding of the complexities of the canine anatomy and also canine behavior are beyond impressive.  If you want to keep your dog mobile I highly recommend adding her to your dogs care team.”

“I have a senior rescue who came to me with an unknown background, but clearly had arthritis in her lower back and hips. Alyson slowly and carefully evaluated her so as not to hurt anything but just find the problem areas. My dog is not anti-social, but a little aloof, so I was pleased when she “leaned in” to the massage. She has a little “dip” when she stands because her back legs are a little weak, and I feel like she was walking and feeling better after the sessions. Thanks for the kind treatment of my dog as well as the great conversation in the meantime!”