Meet Shelly
Trusted for Two Decades: Integrative Canine & Equine Bodywork – Collaboratively Building Stable Relationships for Holistic Well-being
With a deep-rooted passion for animal well-being and over two decades of dedicated experience, I offer specialized bodywork and integrative wellness services for horses, dogs, and cats. My commitment to animal care is at the forefront of all services, ensuring every treatment is tailored to their unique needs. As a highly experienced Certified Equine Massage Therapist, I bring a wealth of hands-on knowledge to every session. My Master's Degree in Library and Information Science underpins a strong commitment to evidence-based therapies, ensuring all treatments are grounded in the latest research. I'm also certified in Cold Laser Therapy, Kinesiology Taping, and Cupping, providing a comprehensive range of modalities to support your animal's health.
Fifteen years immersed in small and large animal medicine, including my progression to a veterinary technician, provided invaluable hands-on insight. This deep clinical understanding is seamlessly paired with extensive experience managing private and commercial equestrian facilities, offering a truly comprehensive grasp of animal welfare from every angle. This unique blend of practical experience and academic rigor allows me to approach each animal's care with a holistic, informed perspective.
Benefits of Integrative Bodywork
It can help with
Muscle Tension
Regular massage can help alleviate muscle tension and improve flexibility.
Performance Enhancement
My specialized techniques can contribute to enhancing your horse's overall performance and agility.
Injury Recovery
Tranquil Herd therapy aids in the recovery process from injuries, promoting healing and comfort.
Relaxation
I focus on providing a calming and soothing experience for your animals, promoting relaxation and well-being. The animal guides the session...always.
Overall Well-being
My holistic approach to massage contributes to the overall well-being and happiness of your animal companions.
Stress Relief
My techniques are tailored to alleviate stress and tension, ensuring a harmonious and tranquil experience for your horses, dogs and cats!
Client Testimonials
Wellness Plans
Our wellness programs at Tranquil Herd are designed to foster comfort, performance, and overall well-being through consistent, specialized care. I am deeply committed to an integrative approach, focusing on holistic health to ensure your animal feels their absolute best every single day.
These programs offer remarkable value, combining the most popular services into a comprehensive approach that reflects my dedication to your animal's sustained health. Due to the high demand for this specialized services, and to ensure every client receives the focused, personalized attention they deserve, enrollment in our wellness programs is limited to a select number of spots.
To secure your companion's place and ensure seamless continuity of this premium care, all program services are paid in two-month increments, with your sessions conveniently booked at the time of purchase.
Tranquil Equine $265/month
This program is crafted for high-performance horses, competitors, and those in demanding work. Sessions are scheduled twice monthly and include:
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A comprehensive full-body assessment of your horse's musculoskeletal system. I use various methods like dynamic movement analysis, palpation, and range of motion evaluations to pinpoint areas of tension or reactivity.
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Two 50-70-minute therapeutic bodywork sessions, incorporating advanced equine massage and myofascial release techniques to alleviate deep muscle tension and optimize range of motion.
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Two targeted Cold Laser Therapy sessions for accelerated healing, inflammation reduction, and proactive support before or after intense activity.
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Four K-Tape applications, strategically applied as needed to provide ongoing support and enhance recovery.
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Two Dynamic Cupping session to release fascial restrictions and stimulate circulation in specific areas.
Tranquil Elder $165/month
Show your lifelong equine friends just how much you care with a program designed specifically for their unique needs in their golden years. This package focuses on gentle, consistent support to enhance their comfort, mobility, and overall happiness.
Each month, your cherished companion receives:
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Two Gentle 30- 45 minute Massage Session: A soothing, full-body massage tailored to promote relaxation, improve circulation, and ease general stiffness. I focus on areas commonly affected by aging to maximize comfort.
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Targeted Comfort Therapies (Choose Two): Select two additional services each month to address specific needs:
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Dynamic Cupping: Gentle application to release fascial restrictions, improve local circulation, and reduce stiffness.
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Cold Laser Therapy: Non-invasive relief for arthritic joints, chronic pain, or areas needing accelerated cellular healing.
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K-Tape Application: Strategic support for tired joints or muscles, helping to improve stability and reduce swelling.
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This program offers a thoughtful blend of therapeutic relief and loving care, ensuring your retired equine partner enjoys their golden years in comfort. Give your beloved senior or retired horse the extra comfort and gentle care they deserve. This package focuses on soothing relief, improved mobility, and overall well-being in their golden years. I have a special love for our senior and retired companions that have given us so much. It is always an honor to give back to them.
Tranquil Hoofbeat $135/month
Perfect for pleasure horses and those in light to moderate work, this program establishes a solid baseline for comfort and mobility. Sessions are scheduled once monthly and include:
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A detailed full-body assessment of your horse's musculoskeletal system, using dynamic movement analysis, palpation, and range of motion evaluations to pinpoint tension or reactivity.
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One therapeutic bodywork session, utilizing equine massage and myofascial release techniques to release muscle tension and enhance flexibility.
Choice of One Targeted Modality: Select one additional service each month to address specific needs or enhance recovery:
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Cold Laser Therapy: To support recovery, alleviate minor discomfort, and reduce inflammation in targeted areas.
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Dynamic Cupping: Gentle application to release fascial restrictions, improve local circulation, and reduce muscle stiffness.
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K-Tape Application: Strategic support for muscles and joints, aiding in stability and promoting fluid movement.
Woof!
Our canine wellness programs at Tranquil Herd are designed to foster your dog's comfort, performance, and overall well-being through consistent, specialized care. Similar to our Equine Wellness Programs, these services are in high demand. From the working dog to the cherished couch companion there is a service to fit your dog's needs.
These programs offer remarkable value, combining our most popular services into a comprehensive approach that reflects our dedication to your animal's sustained health. Due to the high demand for our specialized services, and to ensure every client receives the focused, personalized attention they deserve, enrollment in our wellness programs is limited to a select number of spots.
To secure your companion's place and ensure seamless continuity of this premium care, all program services are paid in two-month increments, with your sessions conveniently booked at the time of purchase.
Canine Tranquility $200/month
This program is crafted for high-performance dogs, competitors, and those in demanding work. Sessions are scheduled twice monthly and include:
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A comprehensive full-body assessment of your dog's musculoskeletal system. We use various methods like dynamic movement analysis, palpation, and range of motion evaluations to pinpoint areas of tension or reactivity.
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Two 60-minute therapeutic bodywork sessions, incorporating advanced canine massage and myofascial release techniques to alleviate deep muscle tension and optimize range of motion.
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Two targeted Cold Laser Therapy sessions for accelerated healing, inflammation reduction, and proactive support before or after intense activity.
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Dynamic Cupping: Gentle application to release fascial restrictions, improve local circulation, and reduce stiffness.
Senior Pawsitive Peace $165/month
Show your lifelong canine friends just how much you care with a program designed specifically for their unique needs in their golden years. This package focuses on gentle, consistent support to enhance their comfort, mobility, and overall happiness.
Each month, your cherished companion receives:
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Two Gentle 45-minute Massage Sessions: A soothing, full-body massage tailored to promote relaxation, improve circulation, and ease general stiffness. We focus on areas commonly affected by aging to maximize comfort.
-
Targeted Comfort Therapies (Choose Two): Select two additional services each month to address specific needs:
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Dynamic Cupping: Gentle application to release fascial restrictions, improve local circulation, and reduce stiffness.
-
Cold Laser Therapy: Non-invasive relief for arthritic joints, chronic pain, or areas needing accelerated cellular healing.
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This program offers a thoughtful blend of therapeutic relief and loving care, ensuring your retired canine partner enjoys their golden years in comfort. Give your beloved senior or retired dog the extra comfort and gentle care they deserve. This package focuses on soothing relief, improved mobility, and overall well-being in their golden years.
Harmonious Hound $115/month
Perfect for pleasure dogs and those in light to moderate work, this program establishes a solid baseline for comfort and mobility. Sessions are scheduled once monthly and include:
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A detailed full-body assessment of your dog's musculoskeletal system, using dynamic movement analysis, palpation, and range of motion evaluations to pinpoint tension or reactivity.
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One therapeutic bodywork session, utilizing canine massage and myofascial release techniques to release muscle tension and enhance flexibility.
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Choice of One Targeted Modality: Select one additional service each month to address specific needs or enhance recovery:
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Cold Laser Therapy: To support recovery, alleviate minor discomfort, and reduce inflammation in targeted areas.
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Dynamic Cupping: Gentle application to release fascial restrictions, improve local circulation, and reduce muscle stiffness.
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Get in Touch
Contact Info
Phone
1-530-376-8518
Address
Yolo County, California