What is TTouch for Domestic Animals?

‘The forward thinking approach to training, handling and rehabilitation’

The Tellington TTouch is a teaching method for animals that incorporates body work and ground exercises, where appropriate, to help improve co-ordination, balance and athletic ability, whilst deepening communication, understanding and respect between an animal and its owner or carer.

TTouch helps increase levels of self confidence, self awareness and self control.

With its roots in the Feldenkrais method of Awareness Through Movement, TTouch techniques gently guide the animal through non-habitual exercises that can alter existing habitual patterns. As posture affects behaviour, many owners and carers note that unwanted behaviours diminish as the animals posture improves. TTouch teaches the animal to act, rather than simple re-act.

TTouch is widely used around the world by animal lovers and people who work with animals.

It is not necessary to learn the whole TTouch approach to help the animals in your care. Learning just a few of the body TTouches by working with a trained Practitioner or attending a workshop can make a difference to an animal's life.

TTouch is not a replacement for appropriate veterinary attention. If you suspect that your animal has a physical problem please consult your veterinary surgeon.

The Tellington TTouch has been successfully used on a wide variety of species. Any animal can be helped. Animals that have benefited from TTouch include:
Dogs, Cats, Rabbits, Rats, Birds, Guinea Pigs, Ferrets, Chinchillas, Reptiles, Horses, Wildlife, Farm animals, Zoo animals

Rescue Centres

TTEAM offers ways to help assess, train and reduce tension in animals in rescues centres. It has a proven track record in the rehabilitation of rescue animals.

Help is at Hand

TTEAM is a valuable tool that can help animals overcome a variety of problems including:

For Dogs

Dislike of contact

Fear of the vet, Grooming issues, Handling issues, Reluctance to be petted, Hand shyness, Body defensiveness due to injury

Noise sensitivity

Fear of thunder, Fear of fireworks, Gun shyness, Reaction to household noises

Lack of balance

Leash pulling, Stumbling, Stiffness, Training difficulties, Poor performance, Gait irregularities

Hyperactivity/restlessness

Jumping up, Excessive chewing, Excitability, Spinning, Excessive panting, Pacing, Inability to settle, Lack of concentration

Nervousness

Fear biting, Timidity, Lack of confidence, Jealousy, Separation anxiety, Reluctance to socialize

Travelling issues

Excitability, Excessive vocalisation, Excessive salivation, Reluctance to get in car, Vomiting, Restlessness

For small animals & birds

Dislike of contact

Fear of the vet, Grooming issues, Handling issues, Reluctance to be petted, Hand shyness, Body defensiveness due to injury, Teeth or nail clipping

Noise sensitivity

Fear of thunder, Fear of fireworks, Reaction to household noises

Nervousness

Fear biting, Timidity, Lack of confidence, Reluctance to socialize with own kind or humans, Aggression

Training & health care

As an aid to training and to compliment veterinary care if your pet is ill or injured