Enhancing Sports Performance

Chiropractic is not exclusive to pain and symptoms, as much as we love helping animals go from surviving to thriving, wellness care has a special place in Natasha’s heart!

Natasha regularly adjusts Flyball competitors and Gun Dogs to ensure they’re in tip top condition for their training, competitions, beating and drives.
If you’d like Natasha to visit your Agility, Flyball, Sports Club etc please make an enquiry through the contact form or request a discovery call.

Sports Club Group Sessions

Team work makes the dream work. Sometimes our companions experience a block in their progress and may need some blockages removed in order to get to propel to the next level. Have your teams spinal health checked at a discounted rate.

We value transparency. So, if we find your pet doesn’t need a chiropractic adjustment, we will tell you and may offer advice instead. If we find your pet would benefit from an adjustment we will explain the reasons and benefits of chiropractic care during the appointment.

Reiki

Reiki (meaning universal life force energy)is a natural and holistic energy healing treatment that works with the mind-body connection. Like us, animals living in the modern world encounter physical, chemical and emotional stress that can cause dis-ease and dysfunction in the body. A fundamental premise of reiki healing is that the body is supremely intelligent and is constantly seeking to bring the body back into balance (homeostasis). Reiki helps the body to restore its natural state of balance by stimulating the body’s parasympathetic nervous system (also known as the ‘rest and digest’ state). The reiki therapist is a channel for this energy to flow to the patient, by placing their hands on, or slightly above, the seven main chakras. Chakras are the body’s energy centres, which regulate certain parts and organs of the body, and process the healing to support the body’s ability to heal.

When reiki is given the patient’s body often responds to indicate areas that require healing, which can be felt as sensations of heat in the therapist’s hands. Any such feedback will be shared with you during your pet’s appointment. Please be aware that reiki is not a diagnostic tool and therefore this is intended to provide a helpful insight and not a diagnosis.

As a holistic and gentle therapy, working with the whole body, reiki is suitable for animals of all species, breeds, and ages and compliments veterinary treatment. It is a versatile form of therapy which we tailor to the unique needs of your pet both in terms of the treatment and the appointment location. Reiki can be given in person, either with hands on, or hands off from a respectful distance. Hands off healing is ideal for animals that may be nervous, unsure, or not comfortable being touched. Appointments are available at our animal clinic in Finchampstead, Berkshire, or within the comfort of your home. Reiki can also be given remotely which is a brilliant option for pets living out of the area, or where a home visit or travel to the clinic may not be suitable for them. Please see our Booking section for details.

Reiki can also be very beneficial for your pet even if they are happy and well and not showing any symptoms. It is suitable for pets of any age. This is due to it being a natural, non invasive, treatment that supports the body in maintaining homeostasis and supporting healthy functioning.

Reiki can help your pet in the following ways:-

 Create a feeling of relaxation and calmness
 Promote emotional and hormonal balance
 Reduce stress, anxiety and enhance sleep quality
 Alleviate pain and discomfort
 Enhance the body’s ability to recover from illness, injury or surgery
 Increase comfort in pet’s that are terminally ill or nearing end of life 
 Maintain a good state of health and wellbeing

When giving reiki treatments, the healing takes priority and with your permission I will ask your pet if they would be happy to engage in communication. Some pets are very talkative, and keen to talk, whereas others are a little more private and reserved. If they do not wish to talk then reiki healing will still be given.

Communication

Being an animal communicator, or animal whisperer, as it is more commonly known is the ability to talk to animals or to understand how an animal is feeling, or the message they are trying to convey. Communications between animals are often non-verbal as they communicate on a telepathic level sharing visions in the mind, and having a sense of knowing, often described as a ‘sixth sense.’ An animal communicator uses the same means of communication and can facilitate a conversation between you and your pet.

For in person appointments reiki and communication are combined. Appointments for animal communication without reiki are available on a remote basis.

Hold Your Hand, Hold Their Paw

Life Changing Diagnosis & End of Life Care

As animal lovers ourselves, we understand that your pet is both a family member and your best friend. We share our lives with our animals and the bonds we form with them are incredibly special. Receiving a life changing or terminal diagnosis for your pet can be very upsetting and worrying for both of you. We know how hard it is, and that is why we offer the Hold Your Hand, Hold Their Paw package, specifically to help poorly pets at that difficult time, and so we can be right there by your side, supporting you too.

This is a bespoke and comprehensive care package formed of a combination of reiki healing, animal communication, a diet and lifestyle review, to help your pet to function and feel the best they can. We recognise that pet’s health can change suddenly after receiving a diagnosis, so we adapt the care provided to ensure it is most beneficial to your pet in the circumstances. Compassion, kindness and respect for you and your pet are at the heart of this service.

When the time comes to say goodbye, we can help you prepare for this and attend the appointment with you, holding space for your pet, giving healing, sharing final words between you, and helping to support their peaceful transition, either at the vets practice, or at your home.

Please either call, or email us, at mail@thrivinganimals.co.uk with details of your pet’s species, breed, age and condition together with your contact details. We will get back to you to arrange call to discuss yours and your pet’s requirements and provide a quotation.

Our Ethos

Thriving Animals was established because we care greatly about the health, happiness and wellbeing of animals, and we recognise the need for holistic, treatments that take into account different species, breed, age, lifestyle and health conditions. We aim to provide a service and treatment that your pet not just tolerates, but truly enjoys in an environment where both you and your pet feel understood, valued and respected. Our goal is to provide:-

• A fantastic service where you and your pet feel comfortable and respected;
• A kind, considered, and non-judgemental approach;
• Thoughtful treatments tailored to the unique needs of your pet;
• After care advice to help your pet gain the maximum benefit post treatment;
• A supportive approach to guardians of animals with a life limiting, or altering condition, and end of life care.