Get to know me.
INTRODUCTION
With decades of hands-on experience and a calm, compassionate approach, I help dogs, especially seniors and those with mobility challenges, move with greater comfort, strength, and confidence.
I'm a duly trained Canine Hydrotherapy Practitioner and hold certifications as a Myo-manipulative Functional Therapist, Animal Cold Laser Practitioner, and Canine Kinesiology Tape Practitioner. Every session I offer is individualized and gentle, focused on improving mobility, reducing discomfort, easing anxiety, strengthening, and supporting each dog’s overall physical and emotional well-being.
I’ve been a lifelong animal rescuer, and I’m deeply devoted to advocating for animals. Before dedicating myself to bodywork, I spent over a decade rescuing injured and homeless dogs directly from the streets of Mexico. I co-founded the Los Cabos Humane Society and served on the Board of Directors for the Cabo San Lucas Humane Society as Director of Animal Rescue.
This lifelong commitment to animals, along with my professional training and caring approach, allows me to be a trusted partner in every dog’s journey toward a more comfortable, joyful, and healthy life.
MY PACK
Courage
Courage is our new (and only) dog! He’s not new to me; I met him 2 years ago after he was rescued and had hip surgery. We donated his hydrotherapy to Desert Paws Sanctuary for three months, and I fell in love at first sight. I always wanted Courage but could not adopt him with Reyna ruling the ranch. It was devastating losing Reyna and Calvin this year, and Courage is helping to ease the pain. We couldn’t love him more; he’s the perfect dog for us and he’s extremely sweet.
MOST OF MY PACK HAS PASSED NOW
We lost two precious family members this year (2026)
Calvin
Meet Calvin, my magnificent Gypsy Vanner horse. Calvin recently passed away suddenly at 20 years young. He blessed my life for 12 years. I’m crushed, and I’ll never be the same without him.
Reyna
We also recently lost our 15-year-old Reyna Rall Ranch Dog, whom I rescued as a pup in Mexico. She’d outlived my entire Mexican pack and our precious baby, Trigger, who devastatingly passed due to hydrocephalus and her sister Planeta, who passed 10 months earlier.
More of my family; who have gone on to the Rainbow Bridge
Trigger, my baby boy, my heart dog
Travis, my protector.
Planeta, the world’s nicest Alpha
Little Amor, pretty little precious angel.
Mika, a California Paws Rescue dog who stole my heart
Silver, Riptide, Maxine and Amor.
Micha, innocent little girl.
Accomplishments/Credentials/ Volunteer Work
Certified/Trained by: Holistic Animal Studies, Canine Ripples, American Red Cross
Certified Canine Myo-manipulative Functional Therapist / Holistic Animal Studies
Certified Animal Cold Laser Practitioner / Holistic Animal Studies
Certified Canine Kinesiology Tape Practitioner / Holistic Animal Studies
Canine Hydrotherapy Foundational Training - pool / Canine Ripples
Canine Hydrotherapy Advanced Training - underwater treadmill and pool / Canine Ripples
Cat and Dog CPR Training and First Aid / American Red Cross
Insured by: ABMP
Member: International Association of Animal Massage and Bodywork /
Association of Canine Water Therapy
International Association of Holistic Animal Practitioners
Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals
Co-founder, Director of Rescue, Board Member: Los Cabos Humane Society, volunteer
Delegate: Helen Woodward Animal Center ACES International “The Business of Saving Lives” conference, representing Los Cabos Humane Society
Volunteer Work: Animal Samaritans , California Paws Rescue , Coachella Animal Network , Desert Paws Sanctuary , RescueLyfe , and the former Humane Society of the Desert.
Continuing Student: Senior dog health, various massage and holistic modalities, therapeutic touch, behavior, psychology
What People Are Saying
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My Coda would never let us touch his paws, it was incredible how he surrendered all to Wendy!
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— Lynne D.
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I’m stunned that my Joey would let Wendy touch her for the length of time she allowed! Wow, looking forward to the massage next week!
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— Sue H.
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Austin is coming along so good. He’s getting used to being touched! I never imagined how much this would help, Wendy and her connection with him is amazing!
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— Debbie M.
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Abby is showing less fear around people since she has been massaged by Wendy. I’d say she has a majic touch!
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— Gloria Z.