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about us
Two Hands Four Paws Therapy was created by founder, Alanna Skorupski, who has a passion for four-legged creatures. After attending Sheridan College and receiving her Certificate as an attendant in Animal Care, Alanna wanted to further her knowledge of canine anatomy and become more experienced with hands-on work that would allow her to work more effectively in the healing of animals. She continued her education in Toronto at the Royal Canadian College of Massage Therapy where she became a Certified Canine Massage Therapist. Shortly after, Two Hands Four Paws Therapy was born!
In order to effectively and holistically treat her animal clients, Alanna enrolled at the Canine Bowen Institute where she learned Bowen Therapy for Dogs and became a qualified practitioner. This unique combination of therapy skills, plus her certification in Animal CPR and First Aid makes Alanna the ideal choice as a Therapist for your canine, whether working or companion. In addition to her strong work ethic, knowledge, and training, Alanna cares about all of her clients as if they are her own and she is able to build extensive trust in them, no matter what their personality, previous experience or traumas. With her calm and gentle nature, even the most nervous of four legged companions are drawn to Alanna for some extra love and comfort. Please feel free to book a consultation today to find out if any of our services are right for you. Although Two Hands Four Paws mainly caters to canines, every service we provide can be adapted to feline friends as well.
Alanna & Bridgeport
Two Hands Four Paws is located in Milton Ontario.
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Our Services
Canine Bowen Therapy
Canine Bowen Therapy is based on the principles of the Bowen Technique, a successful human therapy named after it’s developer, Tom Bowen (1916-1982). This ‘light-touch’ therapy offers dogs a gentle, non-invasive and effective hands-on technique that aims to promote healing, pain-relief and body/energy re-balancing.
Canine Bowen Therapy is a soft-tissue therapy involving ‘light-touch’ moves of fingers or thumbs over muscle, ligament, tendon and/or fascia at specific points of the dog’s body.
Hydrotherapy
Hydrotherapy is a type of physical therapy in which dogs perform therapeutic exercises in water. Hydrotherapy uses buoyancy, resistance, viscosity, and hydrostatic pressure to help a dog move the injured joints that they are trying to rehabilitate. This type of therapy works as it provides weightless physical therapy and removes the added pressure of gravity. The dog’s buoyancy in water reduces the stress on their joints as they try to recover from their condition. This type of therapy is also a natural anti-inflammatory due to its ability to reduce swelling in body tissues. An underwater treadmill offers better ‘on-demand’ control of an exercise program and allows modifications to be made more specific. The depth of the water and speed of the treadmill can be quickly adjusted to provide different experiences for the pet. This allows the effects of the exercise to be tailored more specifically to the overall goal of hydrotherapy and each pet’s unique needs and possible limitations. Hydrotherapy for your dog is safe, beneficial, and a reliable therapy with great results!
Pulse Electromagnetic Field Therapy
Pulse Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) therapy can non-invasively treat a variety of health issues by delivering electric and magnetic fields to tissues via inductive coils. As a treatment it is increasingly being used for both human and veterinary care.
Evidence supports PEMF treatment for swelling, inflammation, fractures, pain, wounds, and other issues. In many cases PEMF is used as part of your vet's overall care plan - improving outcomes!
“My Black Lab, Kona, is very reluctant to come out of her crate for any dog walker we have had in the past. She will also refuse to come out of her crate for friends and family if we aren’t home. I don’t know how she did it but Alanna won over Kona’s heart and comes running to Alanna when she arrives. She truly has a way with animals. ”
“I met Alanna many years ago and there is truly no one better than her in the areas of animal therapy. She helped me with my little Pomerian Mix for years through Bowen therapy, which I can attest truly helped her. The effectiveness especially was evident as she reached her last years and the difficulties that came with old age were relieved with Alanna’s guidance. Alanna was genuinely the person Ruie (my dog) was most excited to see in her life, which speaks to Alanna’s special empathetic abilities with animals. Her love and genuine care for the animals she works with is evident upon first meeting and I am so grateful for the years of her time and love that she put in with us.”
“Rielly was always nervous of the car. No, he HATED the car. He would shake and pant constantly anytime he got in no matter what the distance (even to Florida). He just would not settle down. After Alanna performed Bowen Therapy on him he now lays down and sleeps in the car. Thank you Alanna for providing Rielly with such love, understanding and a wonderful hands on gentle therapy to help settle his nervous system. ”
“We came to Alanna when we were looking for ways to help my senior Collie with some mobility problems caused by age, arthritis and diabetes. After just a couple of sessions we could see a definite difference in the way he moved and his quality of rest. He even started doing flights of stairs he hadn’t been up to doing for several weeks. After a few treatments I asked Alanna if she thought there was anything she could do to help him with a cough he would get. She said yes and after including the respiratory moves in his regimen there was a noticeable difference - he wouldn’t have the cough for weeks. We also started bringing our Sheltie to see Alanna for her sinus issues. The respiratory regimen has been helpful to her as well.
Alanna has a great rapport with the dogs and builds a special relationship with each one. She truly cares about her clients and their wellbeing and they love her too.”
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rates
canine bowen therapy
$50Your dog will enjoy his or her session in our custom treatment room complete with
padded floor with room to move around, stretch out and relax during the session.
The stress free environment is essential for optimal processing during their hour appointment.
pulse Electromagnetic field therapy
PEMF Session $40
Bowen and PEMF Therapy $70PEMF compliments Bowen Therapy. These two treatments performed simultaneously provide maximum benefit for your dog.
Hydrotherapy
Hydrotherapy Session $80
Package of six sessions. Save $40 when you buy a package of sessions.
$440We have an inviting space to welcome your dog into the world of Hydrotherapy. This facility was designed for your pets safety and comfort during its rehabilitation. A session also includes PEMF or Bowen Therapy.
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Satisfied Customers
“I took my dog for a treatment with the canine underwater treadmill, what a great experience! The facility is beautiful, bright, and brand new. Alanna is professional and very knowledgeable. She made sure my dog (who hasn’t experienced an underwater treadmill before) was calm and comfortable ensuring a positive experience on the treadmill. She provides fun water toys, life jackets, and towels. We both can’t wait for the next treatments!”
“Lamie and Chanel suffered from fairly severe hip issues, were struggling to walk and go up stairs. Both dogs are over 14 years of age and lifting the dogs up and down the stairs was very challenging as both dogs are well over 50 pounds. A colleague of mine told me about Two Hands Four Paws Therapy so I decided to give it a try. Well, to my welcomed surprise there was a notable improvement in the comfort levels of both dogs after the second session, especially after activity. Alanna provides such a relaxing atmosphere both dogs would fall asleep during their sessions!
Lambie and Chanel show me how great they are feeling after sessions by pulling me along during their walks, something I never thought I would never see again.
Thanks to Alanna, I have new “old” dogs!”
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CONTACT US
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“Alanna has a clear connection with dogs and is very compassionate and professional. The Bowen Therapy she provides is extremely effective on our 12 year old Belgian Malinois, both physically and mentally. Bridgeport suffers separation anxiety and is destructive when left alone. After sessions with Alanna, he is happy, relaxed and far less stressed. We highly recommend Alanna if you are looking for therapy for your dog. ”