Hydrotherapy, also known as “water therapy,” is an excellent treatment option that uses the therapeutic properties of water to aid in recovery and improve your dog’s overall health.
At Fetch Fitness, we specialize in hydrotherapy, using an advanced underwater treadmill to create a safe, controlled environment that supports your dog’s rehabilitation.
Benefits of Hydrotherapy
Hydrotherapy offers a wide range of benefits for dogs recovering from injury, managing chronic conditions, or aiming to improve physical fitness. Some of the key benefits include:
- Retraining movement and gait after neurological or spinal issues
- Speeding up recovery after surgery or injury
- Preventing muscle loss and atrophy
- Enhancing muscle strength and endurance
- Improving mobility and comfort for senior dogs
- Supporting joint flexibility and range of motion
- Re-educating balance and coordination
- Relieving muscle tension and spasms
- Aiding post-exercise recovery for working and sporting dogs
- Conditioning for competitive sports or show rings
- Promoting better posture and weight distribution
- Boosting cardiovascular health and overall fitness
Conditions We Support
Our underwater treadmill therapy is designed to assist dogs with a variety of conditions. Whether your dog is recovering from surgery, dealing with chronic pain, or managing a neuromuscular condition, we are here to help.
Orthopaedic Conditions
- Post-surgical recovery (e.g., fractures, ligament repairs)
- Cruciate ligament injuries
- Luxating patellas
- Hip or elbow dysplasia
- Amputations
- Arthritis and degenerative joint disease
Neuromuscular Conditions
- Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD)
- Muscle weakness or atrophy
- Paralysis and nerve injuries
- Geriatric Onset Laryngeal Paralysis and Polyneuropathy (GOLPP)
- Degenerative neuropathies
Other Conditions
- Weight management and obesity
- Recovery from fibrocartilaginous embolism (FCE)
- Inflammatory and degenerative muscle conditions
State-of-the-Art Equipment
At Fetch Fitness, we use an advanced underwater treadmill, which is specifically designed to provide a safe and effective therapeutic experience for dogs. Our state-of-the-art equipment allows us to customize each session based on your dog’s individual needs by adjusting:
- Water depth to provide buoyancy and joint relief
- Incline to build strength and endurance
- Water resistance using jets to add challenge
- Speed to match your dog’s fitness level and recovery goals
- Targeted limb activation to provide precise therapy
Our equipment ensures that each dog receives a treatment plan that’s both effective and comfortable.
We’re dedicated to providing the highest level of care for your dog, combining advanced technology and compassionate therapy.
If you’re ready to start your dog’s journey to better health, we’re here to help. Contact Fetch Fitness today to learn more about our services and how we can support your dog’s recovery and wellness.
