Sheila Wells is a Licensed Animal Massage Practitioner. She has an extensive medical background working with both humans and animals.

What veterinarians are saying about Sheila Wells and Wellsprings

Dr. Michael Keast, DVM Medical Director, West Seattle Veterinary Hospital: "Sheila and her staff at Wellsprings have made a huge positive impact on the quality of many of my patients' lives. Whether recovering from orthopedic surgery or coping with the limitations imposed by neurologic disease or chronic arthritic conditions, the opportunity for dogs to be active, maintain and build muscle mass, exercise and receive massage in the face of these limitations is invaluable. The availability of such facilities as Wellsprings has dramatically altered the way we approach the management of these patients. The physical and emotional benefits of this therapy to pets cannot be overstated".

Dr. Kenneth R. Sinibaldi DVM Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons:
Animal Surgical Clinic "Hydrotherapy for post-operative orthopedic and neurological patients is extremely beneficial for recovery and return to function.  Sheila does an excellent job with my patients and has a wide range of expertise and experience with techniques. I enthusiastically recommend Sheila's services for many of my post-op patients!!!!!"

Tamara Norquist,DVM,AVCA-Certified Veterinary Chiropractic, IVAS-certified Veterinary Acupuncture Renton West Veterinarian Clinic "For years now, I have been referring pets to Sheila at Wellsprings Spa--ranging from older, dogs to those recovering from surgery. In every case, I have been extremely pleased with the results, thanks to Sheila's knowledge and ability to work with these patients. Her background as a nurse, a veterinary technician, and as both a human and canine licensed massage therapist enables her to provide a very unique and outstanding level of supportive for veterinary care."

Donna Kelleher, DVM,AVCA--certified Veterinary Chiroptactic, AVAS-certified Veterinary Acupuncture
Whole Pet Vet
"Sheila is an absolutely excellent champion for the animals--whether they are on the mend following treatment or just in need of exercise, (like my two dogs Smudge and Sugar).  Her compassion and expertise could not run deeper." 

Sean Sanders DVM, PhD, Diplomate ACVIM (Neurology & Neuro Surgery)
Veterinary Specialty Center of Seattle
"Swim therapy is an excellent method for preventing postoperative muscle atrophy, and increasing strength and function in patients that cannot fully support their own weight. Additionally, the best way to recover from a neurological injury is to use the muscles and nerves as much as possible. Hydrotherapy and massage stimulates blood flow to muscles, improves joint mobility and prevents tissue contraction from disuse. Sheila Wells of Wellsprings is a highly skilled Swim and Massage Therapist and makes my patients and clients feel at ease."

Heather Archibald’s background is in Veterinary Medicine, having worked as a Licensed Vet Technician for over 14 years assisting Veterinarians in Emergency Hospitals, ICU and Surgery.She served as an Animal Shelter and Clinic Supervisor where she assisted with surgery in the high volume spay and neuter clinic.

She also has a background in behavior modification training with dogs and their owners.

Heather is a Licensed Massage Practitioner, and a Large and Small Animal Massage Practitioner.

In addition to performing massage and swim therapy on our canine clients at Wellsprings, Heather practices Massage and Acupressure on Horses.

Renee's background is in veterinary medicine.  She has worked in a very busy 3 Veterinarian medical/surgical practices for the past 18 years as a veterinarian technician.  She holds a degree in zoology from the University of Washington, and is a Licensed Massage Practitioner and has had a Small Animal Massage Practitioner endorsement since 1997.

Renee is very involved in rescue and rehoming of small animals and came to Wellsprings after seeing the benefits of swim therapy and massage on one of the dogs she rescued and rehomed.

When not in the warm waters of Wellsprings with our clients, Renee has a part time human massage practice.

Emily's background includes volunteering at the Woodland Park Zoo, working in the Family Farm unit to help groom and socialize the animals involved in educational programs for the public. This experience, her love of dogs, and her history of dance and movement therapies, led her to become a Licensed Massage Practitioner with an endorsement in Small Animal Massage.

Emily came to Wellsprings after hearing personal accounts of the benefits reaped by clients. She has a strong belief in the importance of combining massage with active and passive movement. Hence, massage in the water for dogs with the combination of swimming .

Outside of Wellsprings, Emily practices treatment massage for humans at a chiropractic clinic.

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