Tellington TTouch is how Dancing Porcupine got its
beginning. If TTouch hadn't fallen into our lives, who
knows where Java and I would be today.
Tellington TTouch® (TTouch) is a method of touch and
movement for animals (and people) that reduces stress and
tension, creates body
awareness, builds confidence and
balance and teaches creatures how
to think and act vs. react.
Developed by internationally recognized animal expert,
Linda Tellington-Jones,
this method based on cooperation and respect
offers a positive approach to training,
can improve performance
and health, and presents solutions to common behavioral
and physical
problems. It also helps establish a deeper bond between humans
and
animals through increased understanding and more effective communication.
Using a combination of specific touches,
lifts, and
movement exercises, TTouch
helps to release tension and increase
body
awareness. This allows the animal to be
handled without provoking
typical fear
responses. The animal can then more
easily learn new
and more appropriate
behaviors. By using specific TTouches
and a variety
of other tools, like the
Confidence Course (Playground for
Higher Learning), Body Wrap (right), Photo: Half Body Wrap
and various equipment you can assist the animal
in experiencing self-confidence
in previously frightening situations. Even the most difficult problems are often
eliminated. You can also
learn how to use Tellington TTouch to assist with
recovery from illness
or injury, or just enhance the quality of your animal's life.
TTouch can deepen the bond between you and your companion
animal. It has been
proven to calm animals and restore confidence
and can alleviate their pains, fears
and tensions. TTouch can contribute
positively towards improving a wide variety of
behavioral and health
problems. It offers a new form of communication, training and
healing
for you and your animals.
This gentle method is currently being used by animal owners,
trainers,
breeders, veterinarians, zoo personnel and shelter
workers in several
countries. There are over 1500 Certified
Tellington TTouch and TTEAM Practitioners in
the world!
Tellington TTouch can help your cat, dog or other pet with:
•Barking •Basic Training •Fear/Shyness
•Chewing •Leash Pulling •Aging Concerns
•Jumping Up •Aggression •Allergies
•Arthritis •Tension/Stress •Grooming
•Fear Biting •Lack of Focus •Potty Issues
•Nervousness •Vet Visits ....and More!
Whether you choose a private session in the comfort of your home, or a group class,
Tellington TTouch® is simple to learn and provides effective results. The first part
of your session will include observation and evaluation - taking the time to get to
really know your pet, listen to your concerns, and to get a good feel for the best
course of action.
During your first session, you will also learn how to do some simple circular
TTouches, lifts, and/or slides on your pet's body to help them relax and focus.
Depending upon your pet's needs, you may learn about what causes stress, how
your animal exhibits stress and how to help them release it during follow up
sessions, as well as being introduced to more leading exercises and adding
equipment that will help support your pets success. Your session(s) may also
include discussion about diet, exercise, and follow up suggestions.
This gentle method is currently being used by animal owners,