Meet Elizabeth Obermeier, Certified Small Animal Massage Therapist
Elizabeth Obermeier brings over a decade of animal rehabilitation experience to her massage therapy practice. After a successful career in the Los Angeles film industry, she found her true calling in animal wellness through a deeply personal journey with her beloved dog, Goldie.
A Passion Sparked by Personal Experience
Elizabeth’s journey into animal physical therapy began with Goldie, who underwent back surgery after losing mobility in her rear leg. Goldie’s rehabilitation inspired Elizabeth to explore animal wellness further, leading her to pursue certification at the Colorado School of Animal Massage in Lafayette. Goldie continued to teach Elizabeth valuable lessons in care, especially in her final years, where massage and integrative therapies provided comfort and quality of life.
Elizabeth’s extensive education includes specialized training in rehabilitation protocols and pain management strategies.
Advanced Skills for Optimal Results
Elizabeth’s approach combines therapeutic massage with gentle behavioral techniques to help pets feel comfortable with her handling and touch. Her expertise includes:
- Sports massage for athletic and show dogs
- Rehabilitation support for post-surgery recovery
- Pain management for senior pets
- Anxiety reduction techniques
- Mobility enhancement for all life stages
- Integrative therapies, including veterinary-approved essential oils
Usually, with massage, your hands can find things and resolve things in an animal’s body, whether it’s a tight muscle tension before you actually need to get to the point of surgery, plus or minus rehab.”
Professional Development Never Stops
Always learning, Elizabeth maintains her expertise through ongoing education in rehabilitation and massage techniques. She regularly participates in community events, including organized pack walks, and stays current with the latest developments in physical therapy for her furry friends. Her commitment to continuing education ensures that her patients receive the most effective, up-to-date care.
A Personal Philosophy of Caring
Elizabeth believes in meeting each animal where they are, creating positive experiences that build trust and enhance well-being. Her patient-centered approach focuses on improving quality of life through skilled touch and understanding of their behavior. She particularly enjoys helping anxious pets develop confidence through gentle, consistent handling.
Life Outside the Practice
When not helping patients, Elizabeth channels her passion into training her rescue dog, Albert Einstein, who is working toward his canine good citizen and therapy dog certification. An outdoor enthusiast, she enjoys hiking, paddleboarding with Albert, and cycling on her vintage Italian steel road bike, Hollywood. She participates in community dog training events and group activities promoting positive pet socialization.
Book a Session Today
Contact Top of the Line Chiropractic to schedule a massage session with Elizabeth and give your pet the gift of enhanced mobility and comfort.
