Story and photos provided by Carlie Crockett
Canine kinesiology taping is a therapeutic technique where a special elastic tape is applied to a dog’s body to support muscles and joints, reduce pain, and improve movement without restricting mobility. A stretchy, breathable tape (similar to what human athletes use) Placed on specific areas of your dog’s body. Designed to move with your dog, not hold them rigid.
When Kinesiology is applied to the skin (or in case of animals to the hair), it mechanically decompresses the skin and the underlying tissues. When tape is applied to an animal, the tape lifts the hair, which in turns lifts the skin and accomplishes the same decompression seen in people. The decompression action promotes increased blood and lymph flow, which decreases inflammation and relieves pressure from free nerve endings.
How will Canine Kinesiology Tape help your dog? Canine kinesiology tape helps your dog by supporting the body while still allowing natural movement—that’s what makes it different from braces or wraps.
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Improves Circulation & Reduces Swelling (Reduce Swelling, bruising, inflammation)
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Supports Muscles & Joints (Takes pressure off joints (like hips, knees, shoulders)
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Reduce Pain (Can ease discomfort from arthritis, injuries, or soreness)
Canine Kinesiology Taping has become increasingly popular among dog owners, trainers, and rehabilitation specialists looking for gentle ways to support mobility and reduce pain. Similar to human K-tape, this stretchy adhesive tape is applied along specific muscle groups to improve circulation, support movement, and decrease tension.
Why would your dog need the Canine Kinesiology Taping? If your dog has a muscle strain ligament issue, or is recovering from surgery, taping can help stabilize the area and reduce strain while still allowing movement. Dogs with joint problems- like arthritis or instability-can benefit from extra support. Taping can help improve alignment and reduce stress on joints.
Canine kinesiology taping is a gentle, flexible support method that helps your dog move better, feel better, and heal more effectively.
K9 tape is basically a support and recovery tool, not a necessity. It’s most helpful when the dog has a specific physical issue or is under heavy physical demand.
For more information contact Carlie Crockett 520-253-0613 horseridercarlie@gmail.com
