Swim your dog back to full fitness
Name: Marjorie Price
Dogs Names: Bess & Homer
Conditions: Bess – Cruciate repair, Homer Weight loss, Hip & Elbow Dysplacia
Bess's Story
Bess was diagnosed with a cruciate ligament injury in May last year. She was limping badly and because of this had a lot of muscle wastage. She was then referred to a specialist who would operate on her. We had been told this operation was painful and recuperation would take a while. The day we were taking her for the operation was nerve racking so imagine our relief when the vet suggested we give her a course of Hydrotherapy and to return in six weeks to see if there was any improvement.
Remembering an advert, I rang Butterwick Kennels and arranged a visit to see the facilities. I was impressed by the friendliness of the owners and staff alike as well as being very professional. The pool and pool area were spotless, had every safety measure, showers for an after swim rinse and lots of toys to play with. This was the place for Bess so I booked 10 sessions (getting one free).
Although Bess loved swimming, she had never worn a life jacket or been in a pool before but with Mark’s reassurance and encouragement, she soon relaxed and enjoyed her swim.
Six weeks later when we returned to the vet, Bess was able to put her foot down and the muscles were starting to build once again. The vet was very impressed and said to continue with the hydrotherapy. Even better, she didn’t need to have an operation. All I can say is hydrotherapy worked wonders for Bess and she now runs about as normal.
Because of her success, I now take my other dog Homer who has hip and elbow dysplasia. Again his muscle tone is getting better and hopefully he may loose some weight. Both dogs love going for their swim, in fact they both go crazy when we get there wanting to be the first in.
Hydrotherapy worked and is still working for my two dogs, so if in doubt give it a go and give Butterwick a ring.
Marjorie Price