Hi, I’m Riscann — a Certified Canine Bodyworker (CCBW) with a background in human massage therapy and healthcare. I’ve spent years working hands-on with bodies, learning how movement, compensation, and thoughtful preventative care shape long-term well-being.

Long before I had formal training, animals were always where I felt most at home. I was the kid bringing home injured birds, stray cats, and “temporary” fosters that rarely stayed temporary. I volunteered whenever I could, worked in a dog daycare, and sought out opportunities to support animals in any way I was allowed. Even now, wherever we travel abroad, I make time to volunteer with local shelters — because giving back has always felt like part of the responsibility of loving animals.

Today, my life revolves around my dogs. Annie, my golden retriever, is an accomplished sport dog who thrives on movement, challenge, and connection. Training and competing with her has given me a deep appreciation for athletic bodies — how much they give, how quietly they compensate, and how important recovery and maintenance truly are. I’m endlessly proud of what she’s achieved, but even more proud of the partnership we’ve built.

Alongside Annie is Sadie, my senior chihuahua, who reminds me daily that aging deserves just as much intention as performance. Through her, I see how comfort, regulation, and gentle consistency can transform quality of life.

Working with my own dogs — across life stages, personalities, and needs — made one thing clear: bodywork isn’t an extra. It’s foundational. It supports movement, nervous system regulation, resilience, and longevity. It helps dogs stay comfortable in their bodies so they can keep doing what they love, for as long as possible.

Summit + Sage exists because of them — and because I believe dogs deserve care that is thoughtful, individualized, and rooted in respect for who they are.