About Balanced Pet Care
Mission
Formerly Wicked Whiskers Pet Services — same trusted care, with a new name that better reflects our mission.
At Balanced Pet Care, our mission is to provide thoughtful, reliable, and stress-free pet care tailored to each animal’s unique needs. Led by a licensed veterinary technician, we offer services grounded in compassion, experience, and a deep understanding of animal wellness. From daily visits to massage and medication support, we’re here to help your pets thrive—because balanced pets mean peace of mind for you.
All the photos you see on our site are of our happy pet customers!
Ciara
Owner, LVT, Certified Small Animal Massage Therapist, Fear Free Certified
Ciara is a licensed veterinary technician who has been working in veterinary medicine since 2015. In the summer of 2022, she recognized the need for skilled pet sitting for special needs animals, as well as support for pet owners who need help providing specialized care at home. Her background includes experience in general practice, emergency, neurology, surgery, alternative medicine, rehabilitation, and equine care.
She is certified in small animal massage therapy through the Ojai School of Canine Massage, is a Fear Free Certified Professional, and a member of the International Association of Animal Massage and Bodywork (IAAMB). In 2025, Ciara earned her national certification in small animal massage through the National Board of Certification for Animal Acupressure and Massage (NBCAAM), and she looks forward to pursuing equine massage in the near future.
MACHELLE
Caretaker
Machelle specializes in the care of dogs, cats, and horses. With a deep love for animals and years of hands-on experience, she provides reliable and compassionate care tailored to the unique needs of each pet and truly cares as if each of your pets is her own. *Machelle does not provide medical pet care*
