← Together Time

7 minute practice

Consent-led calming touch

Slow, broad touch with frequent pauses so your animal stays in control.

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Optional calming sound

Low volume · your animal can leave

Step 1 of 5

Choose a familiar, quiet place and let your animal approach you.

Safety and stop signals

Move away, turn the head sharply, pin ears, tense, freeze, lick lips repeatedly, swish the tail, growl, kick, or show the whites of the eyes.

Do not use pressure over the spine, abdomen, joints, wounds, swelling, or painful areas. Ask a veterinarian or qualified animal physiotherapist about touch for medical conditions.