What to expect in your session...
Here is a short video to show you how a typical session is set out.
We tailor every appointment to your dogs' needs, but the format is the same.
Below is a detailed description of what to expect.
Initial Consultation
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Appointment lasts 1 hour
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Includes full body assessment & movement assessment with Physiotherapist
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Help & guidance for helping your dog at home & exercise programme
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Booking in introduction to the underwater treadmill, followed by 30 minute session
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Tailored treatment plan
During Session
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Review of dogs condition on entry to ensure the session can go ahead
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Fitted with life jacket or harness depending on requirements
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Warm shower to warm muscles and wash paws
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30 minute tailored hydrotherapy treatment
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3 x intervals during walking for rest & massage
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Showered on exit & blow dried if desired
After the session
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Keep dogs warm until dry with towelling robe or jacket
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Allow time to rest & sleep- wake after an hour of deep sleep to prevent stiffness of joints
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Use heat pads on targeted areas as advised by your hydrotherapist on the day.
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No meals for 1 hour post session (prevents bloat)
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Follow your personalised recommended exercise plan from the hydrotherapist, on the day of session to prevent over exertion
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Monitor changes and report back to us next time
What you will need
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A towel for drying
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A towelling robe or coat for after session
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Special treats for motivation: cheese, chicken, sausages etc
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A favourite toy (we have many at the centre but some prefer their own)
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Arrive slightly before your appointment to allow for doggie toilet break
24 hour Cancellation policy
You will be charged for your session if you cancel on the day, subject to conditions
We will postpone your dogs' session for any of the following reasons:
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Vomiting or Diarrhoea 24 hours or less before appointment
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Open wound or stitches
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Ear or eye infection
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Skin infection