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Reactivity, overstimulation, and the emotional lives of “big feeling” dogs. Some dogs bark before you hear the noise. Some tremble when a stranger walks by. Some shut down in busy places, and some explode with energy the moment they feel overwhelmed. These dogs aren’t dramatic, disobedient, or “too much. ”They’re experiencing nervous system overload . Just like humans, dogs have emotional thresholds — and when those thresholds are exceeded, their behaviour becomes louder, more reactive, or...

Why small habits create big tension — and how massage restores balance. Dogs are natural athletes — running, jumping, sniffing, stretching, and exploring every chance they get. But even though their bodies are built for movement, the way  they move in everyday life can quietly create muscle imbalance. You might not notice it at first. A shorter stride. A slight head tilt. A preference for turning one direction. A dog that always pulls harder on one side of the leash. These tiny habits...

By Erin Alefounder, Soul Paws Massage & Wellness Introduction: Smell as Soul Communication When I utilize holistic aromatherapy blends into a bodywork session — whether it’s for a senior golden retriever with stiff hips, a dog with an autoimmune disorder, or an anxious dog whose in a chronic state of "fight or flight" — I know I’m doing more than offering a “nice smell.” I’m opening a two-way emotional conversation, one that travels through the nervous system, bypasses logic, and goes...