Introduction to the Pool
Our 1 hour introduction to the pool session is an informative session. We value taking extra time to get to know you and your pet. During this session we will discuss your dog's medical/mobility history, swim history, daily diet, and your goals in starting a swim program. You will learn about our pools and how your pet's future sessions may look. A gradual introduction to the pool will occur based on your pets' abilities and swim experience. Large quantities of water in a pool setting can be a very scary experience for new swimmers. Our goal in this session is to introduce your pet with comfort and ease in a safe environment. We also offer a 30-minute introduction to the pool. These sessions are shorter and are designed for active dogs that are comfortable in the water and have good mobility.
- Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your appointment time, if booking a 30 minute introduction session it is required that you arrive 15 minutes prior to your session to fill out our intake form
- Ensure you dog has ample time to use the bathroom prior to their session
- Ensure your dog has had a recent bath, brush, and nail trim
- Bring a towel (towels are available for purchase)
- Bring your pet’s favorite swim toy or snacks (no heavy meals within 2-3 hours each session)
- Owner’s should wear nonslip shoes while in the building.
- When booking online, please provide your pet’s name, breed, and age.
- We recommend consulting with your Veterinarian prior to beginning any swim program.
- We do require a Veterinary referral for dogs 8 years and older prior to starting a swim program. This allows us to better understand your pet’s needs. We are happy to obtain this prior to your introduction to the pool. Please let us know how we can help.
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New Pet Introduction
Pool Introduction: 30 mins/1 hr
Bookable Online
Assisted Swim
30 MIN SESSION
Bookable Online
Assisted Swim
1 HOUR SESSION
- Up to 2 dogs!
- Additional Dog $20
- Bookable Online
Conditioning Swim
30 MIN SESSION
Bookable Online
Free Swim
30 MIN SESSION
1 Dog
(Additional dog $20)
Bookable Online
Underwater Treadmill
Introduction Session: 1 hr
Informative Introduction that last roughly an hour. (booking online is unavailable for all underwater treadmill sessions )
Underwater Treadmill
30 min Session
Session includes fill and drain time. Max. walk time 15-minutes. The 45-minute session may be recommended by your hydrotherapy coach if a longer session time is needed.
Underwater Treadmill
45 min Session
Session includes fill and drain time. These sessions are for active dog or large breed dogs that need long treadmill time or drain/fill time due to size.
Hydrotherapy for canines is a form of therapeutic exercise carried out in warm water. We offer an Underwater Treadmill and TWO hydrotherapy pools that will allow the buoyancy and resistance to improve physiological function. The effects of water allow re-mobilization of joints which may not be possible when weight bearing out of water. This form of exercise is excellent for dogs that have arthritic pain, weakness, or neurological disabilities or dogs that just love water and/or need a challenge in muscle strengthening and weight loss. Hydrotherapy can also increase cardiovascular training, reduce edema, swelling and discomfort.
Swim Success Stories!
Junior, a handsome 14-year-old black lab who has been coming to us for geriatric support for arthritis for the past two years. He benefits from twice-weekly assisted swims and the Myos muscle and joint formula to maintain his muscle mass as he ages. At home, his owner uses the Assisi loop on his spine and other joints to stimulate his body's natural anti-inflammatory responses, improving his daily comfort. Recently, acupuncture with Dr. Callison has been added to his care regimen. Utilizing these non-medicinal approaches in conjunction to his weekly swim sessions,
he is still able to go on his daily walks and spend quality time with his family on the beach
during the summer even as his body ages!
Introducing Ms. Kinsey. This sweet feist mix just turned 18 years old. She’s been coming for hybrid therapy sessions since 2021 after her owner noted weakness in her hind legs. Her sessions include using the Assisi loop, land exercises, and a few laps in our hydrotherapy pool. Her owner also began incorporating Myos into her diet to help prevent muscle atrophy as her hind legs are weakening. She’s been coming to her hybrid sessions twice a week since her initial consultation and for 18, she looks wonderful!
Meet Farruko, a 5-year-old husky mix who came to us seeking support for arthritis and weight loss. Initially weighing 117 pounds due to mobility issues from arthritis in his front left elbow, his goal was 95 pounds. Our hydrotherapy team guided his owners on the correct caloric intake, and Farruko began weekly swims. Through a year of dedicated effort from Farruko and his owners, he reached his target weight of 94 pounds. This nearly 25-pound weight loss significantly improved his gait and overall quality of life. He now maintains his healthy weight through consistent healthy eating and regular swims.
Meet Matukah, a 14-year-old pit bull mix who has been enjoying assisted swims for just under a year. Following a CCL tear diagnosis, her owner sought our help for pain management and to alleviate Matukah's severe anxiety. Remarkably, Matukah discovered a love for toys during her very first swim and hasn't had a session without them since. Consistent twice-weekly swims have led to a noticeable decrease in her anxiety, allowing her owner to gradually reduce some of her prescribed anxiety medication. Even at 14, Matukah arrives with enthusiastic barks and enjoys her full 25-minute swim sessions!
