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Supporting Canine Mobility, Comfort & Wellness
Revitalize your dog's wellness through expert massage and advanced laser care
Discover Barking Bliss Bodyworks
Session Pricing
Initial Intake/Consultation . . . . $ 95.00
*First time Clients*
(up to 1 hour)
(static and dynamic assessment, full bodywork, wellness evaluation, applicable stretches, session report and home care recommendations)
Maintenance Session . . . . $ 75.00
*Returning Clients*
(up to 45 mins)
(follow up assessment, full bodywork, applicable stretches, session report and home care recommendations)
Advanced Performance & Vitality Add-On . . . . $40.00
*Deep Tissue Photobiomodulation Support*
(10-15 mins)
Enhance any session with our Multi Radiance MR5 Pro Super Pulsed Light technology. This non-invasive application is designed to support healthy circulation, manage everyday muscle tension, and optimize your dog’s natural energy production at the cellular level. Ideal for senior comfort, recovery, and total-body relaxation.
Mobile Services available in St. Albert and surrounding areas.
Enjoy the convenience of professional bodywork and laser support in the comfort of your own home.
*Travel charges may apply*
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Our goal is to ensure your canine companions feel their absolute best!
*PLEASE NOTE: There will be a $40 charge for cancelling your appt. within 24 hours.
Our Mission
At Barking Bliss Bodyworks, we are committed to improving the well-being of dogs through certified canine bodywork. Our mission is to enhance their health and mobility, helping them live happy, active lives. By working alongside your existing care team, we provide specialized bodywork techniques to support your dog’s overall health and performance.
Tara is a Certified Canine Bodyworker and a proud member of the International Equine & Canine Bodyworker Association (IECBA). With a lifelong commitment to animal welfare, she has cared for dogs of all breeds and temperaments and remains an active volunteer and foster for rescues like Second Chance Animal Rescue (SCARS).
Driven by a passion for improving the quality of life for all animals, Tara combines specialized manual skills with advanced wellness technology.
She is certified in Pet First Aid and highly trained in photobiomodulation (PBM), ensuring that every dog in her care is supported by expert knowledge, professional safety standards, and evidence-based care.
Having witnessed the transformative effects of bodywork and light therapy on dogs of all ages, Tara knows she has found her calling. She continues to expand her knowledge to promote the longevity and well-being of our canine companions.
*In Partnership with Dogs with Wings, the Luna and Zebra Child and Youth Advocacy Centres. Total wellness is important for these trainees and facility service dogs to be able to show up at their best in our communities.
Strength & Conditioning Support: For the Active Life
Whether your dog is a competitive athlete, a weekend hiker, or a growing pup, I provide tailored bodywork to support peak physical performance and structural integrity.
- Puppy Foundations: Supporting healthy growth patterns and body awareness (proprioception) as they develop, ensuring a balanced foundation for an active future.
- Athletic Optimization: Focusing on muscle balance, explosive power, and joint range of motion for agility, flyball, or working dogs.
- Injury Prevention: Identifying and addressing minor compensatory patterns before they lead to strain, keeping your dog "in the game" longer.
- Functional Longevity: Building the core stability and flexibility needed for everyday adventures, from jumping into the car to navigating the stairs.
Palliative & Senior Comfort: For the Golden Years
For our aging companions, dogs with diverse physical abilities, or those managing chronic conditions, the goal shifts to quality of life and gentle maintenance.
- Everyday Stiffness Management: Targeted techniques to ease the "creakiness" associated with aging, helping your senior dog rise and move with more ease.
- Compensatory Tension Relief: Addressing the overused muscles that "work overtime" to support weaker limbs or joints affected by chronic conditions.
- Adaptive Mobility Support: Providing customized touch for dogs with diverse physical abilities (such as "tripaws" or those using mobility aids) to maintain balance and comfort.
- Cognitive & Emotional Soothing: Using a gentle, slow approach to reduce the anxiety often associated with age-related sensory decline, promoting restful sleep and a calm spirit.
Introducing Photobiomodulation
Advanced Performance & Vitality: Multi Radiance Activet PRO
We are proud to integrate the Multi Radiance Activet PRO—a premier, clinical-grade supportive modality—into our canine bodywork sessions.
This "Super Pulsed" technology is a non-invasive, heat-free application designed to work at a cellular level. By utilizing specific wavelengths of light, we can support your dog’s natural internal processes to optimize mobility, recovery, and overall vitality.
How it Supports Your Canine Companion:
- Deep Tissue Comfort & Mobility: Using targeted infrared and red light, this application aids in managing everyday muscle tension and supporting long-term joint comfort. It is an essential tool for maintaining the quality of life in senior dogs and peak performance in active athletes.
- Enhanced Recovery Support: Photobiomodulation acts as a powerful "Action Plan" for your dog’s recovery. It is designed to complement your veterinarian’s care by supporting healthy circulation and tissue relaxation during post-surgical maintenance or soft tissue recovery.
- Targeted Skin & Surface Wellness: The Activet PRO features a specialized blue light setting. This high-frequency light is utilized to support healthy skin flora and soothe areas prone to seasonal irritation or surface sensitivity, promoting a calm and resilient coat.
Why "Super Pulsed" Matters?
Unlike traditional continuous-wave lasers that can create heat, our Super Pulsed technology delivers high-peak power in billionths of a second. This allows the light to reach deeper tissues safely and effectively without any risk of thermal tissue damage—making it the gold standard for mobile, in-home care.