My name is Heather, and I am the founder of A Taming Touch. I started this business to provide specialty care to your furry/feathered/scaled-children. I am extremely passionate about animal welfare and take pride in providing modalities of care that include bathing and hygiene, massage, and reiki.
I hold a B.S. in Animal Science from the University of Hawai'i at Hilo, and 20+ years of well-rounded experience. I have worked for veterinarians and managed a booming dog boutique. I have also spent many years at accredited AZA facilities, working with everything from giraffes to dolphins. I take pride and ownership in my animal care and keep every interaction as positive as possible.
The experiences I have had empower me with the empathy to connect with pet parents and their furry/scaled/feathered-children on intimate levels. I can facilitate massage & reiki to help with emotions & soft tissue, or bathe, brush and clean up your dirty dogs. All leads to happy, healthy pets!
The inspiration for my business was a feral dog named Sammy Joe who found me when I was in college. We had many obstacles to overcome with Sam's health & social skills. After a year, Sam finally trusted me, and she was my shadow for the next 16+ years. Sam was my greatest teacher and that is why I share her with all of you in my current logo. The love I have for Sammy Joe is the same love I hold for you, my clients, and your best friends. Much love, HEATHER MANFRE, CTMT, ACMT, SCMT, USUI REIKI I & II ANIMAL PRACTIONER
***If my services seem out of your price range, please contact me and we can discuss a sliding scale option. Everyone deserves to feel loved, appreciated, and empowered to make a difference. I hear you, I see you, and I am here for you!***