The Bathery & Spa at The Farm at Natchez Trace is a first for the Middle Tennessee area. For the first time canine massage therapy is available in the same manner as bathery services – simply make an appointment with Guest Services and bring your pet in for a massage. We “parents” have been able to take care of our aching muscles for years, now we can do the same for our deserving four-legged family members. Massages will of course continue to be available for scheduling during our guests’ overnight lodging stays as well.

Canine Massage Therapy Room

CANINE MASSAGE
The Bathery & Spa offers canine therapeutic massage in a quiet and soothing environment, in our private massage therapy room.

WHO BENEFITS: Therapeutic massage benefits elderly dogs with arthritic conditions, dogs suffering from anxiety, and dogs recovering from injury, aiding in both physical and emotional healing by increasing circulation to tissues and relaxing tension, among other benefits. From the serious agility competitor to the shy rescue dog or new puppy with separation anxiety, all dogs can benefit from positive touch.

Canine Massage

TYPES OF MASSAGE: Several different types of massage are available, both muscular in scope as well as energetic. Massages include:

ANXIETY - Helpful for separation anxiety and nervousness. Balance is brought to the nervous system reducing emotional and physical stress.

ARTHRITIC/GERIATRIC – Beneficial for dogs in their “golden years,” provides relief from arthritis and rheumatism. Highly effective in reducing pain and muscle tension, increases muscle tone, circulation, flexibility, and slows the degenerative process.

PUPPY - Aids in physical and social development. Builds confidence and self-awareness. Releases tension decreasing hyperactivity, tendency to bark and chewing.

SPORTS - Specifically tailored for athletes, stretching and invigorating neuromuscular work which helps prevents injuries, reduces soreness and improves performance allowing all breeds to reach their maximum athletic potential.

WELLNESS - To achieve complete balance, flexibility, improved immune system and optimal health. Enhances oxygen flow in the blood, rids muscles of toxins, flushes body tissues and lymph nodes of lactic and uric acid, and other metabolic wastes. Attention is focused on fascia, connective tissue, muscles and all body systems.

BENEFITS OF MASSAGE: Massage reduces stress, relaxes the body, promotes healthier tissue and organs, relieves pain, increases circulation and promotes healing. A certified canine massage practitioner is on staff at The Farm, ready to customize a massage for your dog in a relaxing and peaceful environment.

Happy Bather

BATHERY
At The Farm, we are focusing solely on the health aspect of bathing and how it will benefit your pet’s skin and coat, in addition to keeping them looking and smelling great. Extensive research went into selecting the products we use in our Bathery & Spa. The Farm has selected Pet Aromatics, a dog shampoo and conditioning product line for exclusive use in our Bathery & Spa. Pet Aromatics is a 100% earth-derived, plant and vegetable-based, chemical-free product that is recyclable and biodegradable and this is the only product line in North America that is truly 100% natural.

Pet Aromatics Products

An alternative to traditional chemically derived dog-grooming products, Pet Aromatics uses only plant based cleaners, including almond oil, macadamia nut oil, cucumber extract, oat flower protein and pro-vitamin B5 conditioning agents. The shampoos and conditioners contain natural substances such as eucalyptus, lemon grass and Mediterranean rosemary, which help to repel ticks and fleas naturally. Lavender and peppermint are among the ingredients included which help relieve itching. The scents offered in the Bathery & Spa are Honeysuckle Hound, Woodsy Woof, Canine Coconut, Dew Drop Doggie, and Rose Petal Pooch.

Bathery Salon

Bathery & Spa services are available by appointment for overnight lodging guests, “Dog’s Day Out” Day Camp guests, or for “outside” clients who want only bathery or massage services.

BATHERY & SPA SERVICES: Our bathery services include a bath with our Hydro-Surge massaging bath system using Pet Aromatics shampoo and conditioner, hand blow drying, brush out, ear cleaning, and nail trim. Anal glands will be expressed on request. Additional services available are teeth brushing, deshedding (removing the undercoat,) trimming (feet, feathers, and sanitary trims,) dematting, and shave downs. Prices for bathery services vary based on breed, size and temperament. Canine therapeutic massages are $40.00 per session. Call The Farm for Bathery & Spa appointments at 615-662-6628.

Photo by Leila Grossman

PHOTO GALLERY: Our salon is a photo gallery exhibiting stunning black and white photographs of artist, Leila Grossman. Ms. Grossman is the owner of Grannis Photography, one of Nashville’s most well-known photography businesses in Nashville. Photographs are rotated quarterly, displaying amazing close-ups of man’s best friend. Leila Grossman, photographer, dog lover, and owner of Grannis Photography, donates much of her time and services to the benefit of several local rescue organizations such as Nashville Humane Association and Happy Tales Humane. For additional information on Grannis Photography, please see their website at www.grannisphotography.com