What is Hydrotherapy?
Extensive work in human physiotherapy has demonstrated that a suitably monitored course of hydrotherapy acts by encouraging a full range of joint motion in reduced weight conditions improves muscle tone and promotes tendon repair without imposing undue stress on damaged tissues while improving cardiovascular stamina.
It has long been established that hydrotherapy is beneficial in a recovery program for certain injuries in the veterinary field. Until recently, its use in animals was restricted to performance horses and racing greyhounds.
This service is for all types of dogs — racing, working, show, pet — recovering from or wishing to prevent injuries and surgeries. Life vests are provided by and used by SmartyPaws.
SmartyPaws offers Hydrotherapy thru Nancy Brandt DVM of Natural Care Institute and may be referred by your own veterinarian as well.
For those patients who are not mobile, the pool is accessible by car. Therapy notes are provided and can be added to your dog’s medical records.