Brancepeth
Crook
Co Durham
DL15 9AT
Tel: 0191 3789570
Mob: 07854 319051
info@durhamk9hydro.co.uk
Tel: 0191 3789570 / Mobile: 07854 319051
E-Mail: info@durhamk9hydro.co.uk
Hydrotherapy | Physiotherapy | Acupuncture | Canine Behaviour Modification | Programmes | Guidelines | Location | FAQ
What is
Hydrotherapy?
What are the
benefits?
What breed of
dog may benefit?
What results
should I expect?
How often should
my dog swim?
Will the chlorine
harm my dog?
How long is each
session?
Will I need a
vets referral?
Can I swim
my dog for pleasure?
My Dog Swims in
a River, is this good for him
Hydrotherapy is controlled exercise that
takes place in warm water. This offers a weightless
environment avoiding stresses to limbs, tendons and joints.
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Hydrotherapy allows the body to achieve
increased mobility in stiff or sore joints and helps to
build muscle. Hydrotherapy sessions also provide mental stimulation
and help prevent depression in a dog who
has restricted movement.
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What breed of dog may benefit?
All breeds can benefit and are welcome.
We cater for all, from the smallest Chihuahuas to the
largest Irish Wolfhounds.
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Hydrotherapy improves cardiovascular
fitness; it can help to reduce lameness
by increasing muscle mass and improve
the general well-being of your dog.
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This depends on your dogs fitness and
condition. In the early stages of treatment, we recommend
twice a week. This may reduce to once a week as a response to hydrotherapy
improves.
Many dogs that start on rehabilitation
programmes continue indefinitely as their dogs enjoy it
so much.
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Will the chlorine harm my dog?
No, the chlorine level is within the
guidelines for human pools and is tested twice daily. This
ensures that pool water is hygienic and completely safe for your dog
to swim in. A shower is given after treatment.
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The sessions will be between 30 –
40 minutes depending on the treatment, fitness and condition
of your dog.
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Yes whether it is for rehabilitation
or fun and fitness, a referral form will need to be completed
by your vet. This is to make sure your dog has no conditions that may
contraindicate hydrotherapy.
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Can I swim my dog for pleasure?
Yes, we do fun and fitness sessions where
your dog can free swim to retrieve toys. A hydrotherapist
will still supervise these sessions.
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My dog swims in the river isn’t this good for them?
No, it is not possible to monitor the
amount of exercise. There can be strong currents as well
as pollution and rubbish. Even if a dog is a good swimmer, it can get
caught in a strong current where you could
have difficulty reaching it.
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