Debby Barron & 4 Paws Massage Therapy

Debby (Debra) Danziger Barron Nationally Certified Canine Massage Therapist (NBCAAM®) Founder, 4 Paws Massage Therapy

Debby Barron is a Nationally Certified Canine Massage Therapist through the National Board of Certification for Animal Acupuncture & Massage (NBCAAM®). This certification signifies advanced education, competency, and adherence to national standards in canine massage therapy.

Debby has demonstrated the fundamental knowledge and practical skills required for professional competency in canine massage and is formally recognized for her commitment to safe, effective, and evidence-informed bodywork for animals.

Her approach is calm, intuitive, and pet-guided, emphasizing consent, trust, and emotional regulation alongside physical comfort. Debby specializes in supporting pets who are aging, anxious, recovering, or managing chronic conditions through slow, intentional, therapeutic touch that allows each pet to set the pace.

At Oak Park Animal Hospital, Debby provides 4 Paws Massage Therapy in close collaboration with the veterinary team. All sessions are veterinarian-guided and medically appropriate, ensuring massage therapy complements—not replaces—your pet’s individualized medical care.

Her work aligns seamlessly with OPAH’s Pawsitive Longevity® philosophy and Hospawtality standards, where comfort, prevention, and relationship-centered care are essential to lifelong wellness.