Thank you Scottie Campbell for tipping us off on this great local business:
Hip Dog Hydrotherapy (407-628-1476) is worth a look if your dog has hip problems. Its non profit, does not turn anyone away if they cannot pay and judging from the video, it looks fun for the dogs.
About: For centuries, Hydrotherapy (swim therapy) has helped injured humans heal. Now dogs recovering from various orthopedic, neurological, and musculoskeletal injuries, as well as those affected by arthritis and aging, can benefit from the Hip Dog specialized canine aquatic therapy and fitness programs.
Tom Nowicki, Hip Dog owner, became interested in canine hydrotherapy in 2000, when a friend came to him about her dog, Cozmo, who had lost his front leg in a car accident. Diet, acupuncture, and massage brought the dog some real relief. But even after a long walk, he still required days of enforced rest afterwards. One day, by chance, Tom saw an article about hydrotherapy. He knew race horses had benefited from hydrotherapy for years, so why not dogs? Encouraged by this prospect, Tom, and Hip Dog assistant Kristina, trained with Susan Marino, R.N., who created Angel's Gate Hospice and Rehabilitation Center in Fort Salonga, New York. Ms. Marino pioneered the use of hydrotherapy for companion animals in the late 1990's. Seeing the fantastic results from this therapy, Tom decided to make this available for other dogs in need. Tom and Kristina sought additional training with Equitherapies, Inc. in Ft. Myers, Florida., and are Red Cross certified in Animal CPR and First Aid. They are also members of the International Association of Animal Massage & Bodywork.
Hip Dog Hydrotherapy (407-628-1476) is worth a look if your dog has hip problems. Its non profit, does not turn anyone away if they cannot pay and judging from the video, it looks fun for the dogs.
About: For centuries, Hydrotherapy (swim therapy) has helped injured humans heal. Now dogs recovering from various orthopedic, neurological, and musculoskeletal injuries, as well as those affected by arthritis and aging, can benefit from the Hip Dog specialized canine aquatic therapy and fitness programs.
Tom Nowicki, Hip Dog owner, became interested in canine hydrotherapy in 2000, when a friend came to him about her dog, Cozmo, who had lost his front leg in a car accident. Diet, acupuncture, and massage brought the dog some real relief. But even after a long walk, he still required days of enforced rest afterwards. One day, by chance, Tom saw an article about hydrotherapy. He knew race horses had benefited from hydrotherapy for years, so why not dogs? Encouraged by this prospect, Tom, and Hip Dog assistant Kristina, trained with Susan Marino, R.N., who created Angel's Gate Hospice and Rehabilitation Center in Fort Salonga, New York. Ms. Marino pioneered the use of hydrotherapy for companion animals in the late 1990's. Seeing the fantastic results from this therapy, Tom decided to make this available for other dogs in need. Tom and Kristina sought additional training with Equitherapies, Inc. in Ft. Myers, Florida., and are Red Cross certified in Animal CPR and First Aid. They are also members of the International Association of Animal Massage & Bodywork.