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Physical Dog: Workshop

Reston, Virginia
  • April 17-19, 2026 - Class Full
  • October 2-4, 2026

2027 workshop dates & registration coming November 15

After registering, you'll be able to select your preferred dates.
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Part 2 of 2
In Part 2 of Physical Dog, you'll take a hands-on approach to solidifying your existing understanding of canine skeletal and muscular anatomy and expanding it even further through practice with live dogs and skeletal models. The next step in understanding musculoskeletal structure happens here, when you'll learn where each muscle attaches to the bones. You'll also explore gait patterns and learn how to recognize movement imbalance and pain.  Being able to understand what's "normal," will make it easier to recognize when it's not. 

After completing Part 2, you'll receive your certificate of completion for the entire course.   

Trust and Relationship-Building with Dogs (Parts 1 & 2), Canine Massage Fundamentals (Parts 1 & 2), and Physical Dog (Part 1) must be completed before you attend Day 1 of this workshop.

CE hours are available for NBCAAM.

3 Days | 24 Hours

9:00-6:00 OR 8:00-5:00

$700 USD

Includes all class materials

8 Students Max

Small class = More learning
 Registration closes 1 week prior to first day of workshop  

Cancellation & Refund Policies

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Where In Virginia?

Our Virginia-based workshops take place at Just Cats Clinic in Reston, VA.

Just Cats Clinic is located in Lake Anne Plaza. Recently named to the National Register of Historic Places, Lake Anne Plaza is the historic “heart and soul” of Reston, Virginia and the center of local living in the Reston community. Reminiscent of a European coastal village where people live, work, and play, this spectacular community is nestled around Lake Anne.

Other Workshop Locations - 2027

Can't make this Virginia workshop?
Check the schedule at our other locations!

St. Louis

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May 14-16

Ottawa, Canada

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June 18-20

Chicagoland

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Mentorship Program Only
Practice your foundational skills

Case Study Practicum

Part of the certification program, the Case Study Practicum gives you the opportunity to select four dogs of your choice and work with them for five sessions each. Dogs are our best teachers! You'll get real-world experience providing full massage sessions, which includes pet parent communication, application of appropriate techniques, and correct documentation. You'll have your own Canis Bodyworks mentor to guide and support you along the way.

You can choose to begin your Case Study Practicum at this point in your program, or you can wait until after completing the advanced massage workshops!
Patrick Jones - Course author
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