Psychomotoric Development

Early in my career, I was fortunate to study with Niek Brouw of the Netherlands. His work focuses on motor development — beginning in the womb and continuing after birth — and how developmental gaps can become the core of emotional or physical issues.

Applying Brouw’s psychomotoric exercises to animals, I saw improvements in their stability, health, and overall wellbeing. These exercises restore the optimal tension in muscles and joints — bringing back happiness and functionality.

We should reflect:

• What emotional states do we accept in our pets?

• Do we need them to always be happy?

• Do we panic when they are angry or sad?

• Do we try to change how they feel?

Sometimes, animals need to feel their emotions fully. If we suppress their sadness, fear, or frustration, it can harm them. Instead, by being grounded ourselves — calm, safe, relaxed — we radiate that energy and help them move through their emotions naturally.