Balanced Paws

Balanced Paws

Balanced Paws Canine Massage is the premier dog masseuse for Indianapolis. Dog massage includes a variety of techniques — some centuries old and others quite new. It has been used to calm show dogs, to relieve pain in working dogs, and to increase energy and focus in agility dogs. Now it is available to improve the quality of your pet’s life.

Each dog massage is different; it depends on the dog’s needs that day. Once dogs become familiar with massage, they are eager to begin each session and they relax quickly and deeply. Often a dog will “ask” for particular work by moving his body under the hands. Massage is part of a complete wellness program for your dog. A massage will relax muscles, invigorate circulation, and stimulate key acupressure points. Massage does not substitute for veterinary care, but complements it. Regular massage can often bring important changes in your pet’s condition to your attention so that medical advice can be sought before the problem becomes advanced.

Ann Tarvin learned her dog massage skills from canine massage pioneer Jonathan Rudinger at the PetMassage Training and Research Institute in Toledo, Ohio. She holds Practitioner and Instructor Level Certificates in Dog Massage and also a Certificate in WaterWork for dogs. She is a member of the International Association of Animal Massage and Bodywork. Away from the massage table, she sometimes makes homemade treats for her three dogs. Ann says what she likes best is to make dogs happy.