MeeT Melanie Amarosa owner of Happiness 4 Dogs

A bit about your business?

Happiness 4 Dogs started as a Canine Massage business, I started incorporating energy work into the sessions and now offer Reiki and Animal Energy® Level 1. Reiki works with the chakras (energy centers in the body) and Animal Energy works with the energetic body. By balancing and clearing non-beneficial energy, we can help animals heal from a physical, emotional and energetic standpoint. I developed the Serenity Ceremony as a way to honor our animal companions at the end of their life. Serenity Ceremony brings harmony and comfort to the process of saying goodbye to your pet. It focuses on supporting the owner and their animal companion.

and developed issues with her knees, a cervical spinal issue, loss of hearing and decreased vision, I wanted to find a way to help keep her comfortable and to maintain her quality of life. She is now 13 ½ years old and still has her puppy- like zest for life. We have traveled this journey together, and we have learned a lot along the way. Happiness 4 Dogs was started to share my skills with canines and their fami- cannot thank you enough for the session. You helped to clear things for my living animals. I have seen immediate improvements in them. You were able to connect with my pup that recently passed and were able to provide me with much needed answers. I am so grateful for your amazing work.”

Serenity Ceremony came to be from my own dogs aging and seeing what my friends were going through with their older dogs. I wanted a way to help animal companions and their humans when that dreaded day comes.

Favorite part of your job?

Being there to help animals and their humans to connect and to find comfort is the best part of my job.

A bit about your dogs?

Emma came to me when she was five months old. Together we have grown and learned a lot, from training techniques to health care. She has been my greatest mentor. She loves to greet you with a toy in her mouth and makes the happiest noises.

Where areas do you serve?

I live in Brentwood, NH with my husband and our three dogs: Emma, Dash and Nefertiti. Canine Massages are usually done in the home where the dog is most comfortable. Energy work can be done remotely or in person and is available for all animal companions. In-person appointments are local to the Seacoast area or by special arrangement for areas farther away.

How did you get into your profession?

Happiness 4 Dogs was inspired by my dog Emma (a.k.a. Happiness). As she started to age

Stories from clients about the changes in their animal companions after a massage or energy session or about the comfort a Serenity Ceremony brought them. When thinking about this work, the one word that comes to mind is honor. It is an honor to be able to help bring comfort to others.

Least favorite part?

Self-promotion is the hardest part of being a small business owner…that and technology!

Special stories or special dogs you’ve worked with?

Angie was referred to me by a friend. She and her dogs had gone through major life changes, and this is her testimony “Melanie, I

Dash arrived at four months old…skinny, nervous, with aggression and submissive wetting issues. He had a scar on his muzzle from being attacked by other dogs. Dash is smart, willing to learn and has great capacity to love those in his immediate circle. He is my adventure buddy.

Nefi is an Afghan Hound and the apple of my husband’s eye! She is sweet and kind but hasn’t yet managed to convince the rabbits and chipmunks that she just wants to play.

Note: To learn more about Melanie’s services or to book an appointment, text her at (603) 988-6477 or visit her website.

(www.Happiness4Dogs.com)