Bark Balance Bodyworks

03/18/2026

✨ Exciting News! ✨

I’m so excited to officially share that Bark Balance Bodyworks is now colaberating with Parkland Veterinary Clinic in Spruce Grove🐾

This collaboration allows us to work together to better support your pets’ comfort, mobility, and overall well-being. By combining veterinary care with therapeutic bodywork, we can create a more comprehensive, compassionate approach—especially for senior pets, post-surgical patients, and those needing a little extra support.

Parkland Veterinary Clinic’s mission is to provide quality, compassionate, and personalized veterinary care for every pet to maintain your pet’s optimal health. 💙

I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity to work alongside such a dedicated team that shares the same passion for improving quality of life for our animals.

If you’re a client at Parkland Veterinary Clinic, feel free to ask their team about bodywork services—or reach out to me directly to learn more!

🐶 Helping your pets move better, feel better, and live better.

03/13/2026

Angie with K9 Muscleworks has developed an online program to teach pet owners some basic foundations to perform massage on your pets at home!

"Discover the power of dog massage to help your dog move better, recover faster, and feel their best every day.
This beginner-friendly online course is designed for dog owners who want to support their dog’s muscle health, mobility, and overall wellness, right from home"

Head over to her website for more details!
https://www.k9muscleworks.com/challenge-page/learn-to-massage-your-dog-at-home?programId=54dd5dc8-d528-4ff7-877b-aaa9c4c883df

03/13/2026

03/13/2026

And remember, not all parasite prevention provides treatment/protection against tapeworm, so be sure to discuss the right fit for your pet with your veterinary professionals!

🐾 Not all parasites are visible... but they can still affect your pet.

Internal parasites such as roundworms, hookworms, whipworms, and tapeworms are more common than many people think. Pets can pick them up from contaminated soil, wildlife, fleas, or even grooming themselves.

Northern Alberta has seen a marked increase in the prevalence of the coyote-borne tapeworm, Echinococcus multilocularis.

Some pets show obvious signs, while others may look perfectly healthy.
Things to watch for:
-Changes in stool
-Scooting
-Weight loss
-Pot-bellied appearance in puppies or kittens
-Vomiting or Diarrhea

Routine parasite screening and prevention helps keep both pets and the people who love them healthy.

If you have questions about parasite protection for your pet, our team is always happy to help. 🐱🐶

03/13/2026

Did you know it's Pet Poison Prevention Month? A reminder of common toxins to keep away from your cats and dogs!

03/13/2026

How do you detect kidney disease early, you may ask? Annual exams and bloodwork! Generally speaking, once our kitty companions resch the age of 13+, it is not unreasonable to even increase to bi-annual exams and bloodwork, as the older our pets get, the quicker their health and organ function can change.

It's all about preventative measures!

03/13/2026

MYTH:
“A few extra kilos won’t affect my dog’s arthritis.”

FACT:
Extra weight is like petrol on the joint fire.
More weight means:
• More pressure on painful joints
• More inflammation in the body
• More discomfort when moving

Studies show that losing just 6–8% of body weight can lead to noticeable improvements in lameness.

When it comes to arthritis, even small weight loss can have a big impact.

02/21/2026

Spaying and neutering are important surgical procedures that provide lasting benefits for pets and the wider community. Spaying female animals can prevent uterine infections and ovarian cancer while significantly reducing the risk of mammary tumours, and neutering male animals eliminates the risk of testicular cancer and lowers the chance of prostate disease, contributing to longer, healthier lives overall.

Talk to your veterinarian about the best timing and care for your pet to ensure the procedure is safe, recovery is smooth, and your pet receives the support they need.

02/21/2026

02/13/2026

I am so excited for Dr. Jennifer Stelfox! She is an incredible veterinarian who is also a certified canine rehabilitation practitioner (but also is able to offer rehab services to felines as well!)

If you think your pet could benefit from rehab, or even if you aren't sure but are interested, have your primary care veterinarian send over a referral!

My senior tripod, Quinten, has seen Dr. Stelfox for a couple of years now and we both absolutely adore her.

🐾✨ Exciting News at Parkland Veterinary Clinic! ✨🐾

We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Jennifer Stelfox to the Parkland Veterinary Clinic team!

Dr. Stelfox brings an incredible 40 years of veterinary experience in both mixed and small animal practice. A graduate of the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (1986), she has dedicated her career to compassionate, high-quality care—and it shows. She has been recognized with the ABVMA Veterinarian of the Year Award, the Companion Animal Communications Award, and the Edmonton SPCA Education/Veterinarian Award.

Dr. Jen has a special passion for canine rehabilitation and is a Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner, helping pets regain comfort and mobility after surgery, injury, or arthritis. Few things make her happier than seeing a once-sore patient walk out of the clinic feeling stronger and more comfortable.

Raised locally in the Glory Hills area, Dr. Jen’s love for animals and the outdoors started early—and that passion continues today both inside and outside the clinic.

Please join us in giving Dr. Jennifer Stelfox a warm Parkland welcome! We are so excited for you and your pets to meet her. 🐶🐱💙

02/08/2026

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of countless wild animals? Do you want to educate others and help resolve human-animal conflicts? Do you want to professionally rescue injured wildlife in need? If so, WILDNorth’s Frontline Rescue Internship is the perfect place to start!

This internship offers the opportunity to refine your communication skills, educate the public on how to humanely coexist with urban wildlife, learn from professionals with years of experience in wildlife rehabilitation, and, of course, provide hands-on rescues for wildlife in need!

If you’re passionate about helping Alberta’s wildlife, this is the best place to start! Apply online to become a Frontline Rescue Intern today: https://wildnorth.ca/who-we-are/current-opportunities/

02/08/2026

We’re excited to share the 2026 on-site spay and neuter clinic locations with you. 💙💚

These clinics are made possible through partnership, planning, and people like you! We’re looking forward to another season of working alongside communities across Alberta to support animal health, prevention, and access to care.

Here are the confirmed clinic locations for 2026:

March 26–29
— Taber Cat Clinic
April 24–26
— Saddle Lake Cree Nation
May 22–24
— Frog Lake First Nation
June 19–21
— Maskwacis Communities
July 24–26
— Cold Lake First Nations
September 18–20
— Location TBA
October 23–25
— Siksika Nation

Visit our website to learn more. Know someone who would LOVE this opportunity? Send it their way.