The unique design of the endless pool features water jets that are directed to provide the dog with a flow of water to swim against. The water pressure can be varied from a gentle current for rehabilitative swimming to a powerful current for strenuous exercise. About hydrotherapy >>

Frequency: Varies depending on the dog's endurance. The general goal is 30 minutes of sustained swimming or walking. Once a week is usually effective, twice a week more beneficial.

Benefits: Decreased joint stress, strengthening, neurological retraining, cardiovascular health, positive psychological effects.

All physical therapy activities are under the supervision of a licensed, human physical therapist who has received individualized instruction in physical rehabilitation of small animal patients (for example, from the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine).

Refer to our Services and Costs section for more information about pricing and our treatment policies about clinic staff and therapies.

Questions? Call us at 303-762-SWIM (7946), contact us, or post a question to our "Ask Marty" section.