Dog Swimming
Initial Evaluation
We start outside and I watch your dog move on a leash with you. After this brief gait assessment, we come inside, and I do a full body palpation, a light touch to see the anatomy of the dog as well as watch for indications of pain in the dog’s body. This helps to tell the story of their body. I listen to your dog’s hearts and lungs, and we have a quick chat about the dogs medical history. Next is a slow calm introduction into the pool. It is important that the introduction to the pool is a positive experience so this can be an activity that you dog will love for their whole life. Your dog will have a warm up (under 2 minutes swim) then I do another palpation to feel if anything has changed in the dog after the brief work out.
Now comes the real work, as I work with your dog in the pool I will discuss with you a custom swim program based on their needs and capabilities. We will rotate between swimming and interactive rest for the duration of the session (about 50 min). Once the session is over, I will take your dog out of the pool and discuss any questions or concerns After swimming your dog can just be dried off or you can choose to use our self-service dog wash.
Initial evaluation: $105.00
Regular Appointments
The frequency and duration of these appointments will be determined by the treatment plan we decide on after the initial appointment. After swimming your dog can just be dried off or you can choose to use our self-service dog wash.
30 min appointments $60.00
60 min appointments $95.00
Self Swim
Swim in our warm water dog pool with your pup!
Handler is required to complete a 2 training sessions with an Katie to learn safe handling of their dog in the pool as well as best practices to maintain a safe environment.
Sessions 1/2 hour $40 1 hour $70