Kia ora and welcome to Coastal Canines!

I’m Tara Trewinnard-Boyle, a certified and experienced Canine Massage and Mobility Therapist, with a special interest in chronic pain, arthritis and senior care. I offer home visits to those living on the Kāpiti Coast and across the Wellington region. This in-home service is designed to support your dog’s physical and emotional wellbeing and includes: canine therapeutic massage, Reiki, laser therapy and tailored exercise plans. I also run in-person massage workshops for you, the caregiver, to learn how you can support your canine companion.

My passion is to help your dog to feel their best in body, mind and spirit by providing holistic, professional support to dogs directly through tailored, hands-on treatment. But this care doesn't end with me. I aim to empower you, their guardian, to feel confident in recognising discomfort in your dog and feel able to make small lifestyle changes that improve their comfort, mobility and quality of life.

Whether your dog is young or senior, managing joint or muscle discomfort, recovering from injury or simply in need of extra emotional care, I work closely with you to create a customised plan that meets their individual needs.

I also work collaboratively with your veterinarian and other rehabilitation professionals when appropriate, providing session notes to support a complete health record.

Workshops

Beginner's Guide to Canine Therapeutic Massage

In-person canine massage workshops: perfect for dog caregivers who want to discover how to help their pets live more comfortably. To learn more, visit the Workshops page and fill out the Expression of Interest form.

NEW WORKSHOPS COMING SOON!

Two new workshops are currently under construction, due to go live in April/May 2026. See Workshops page for more information.