Swim your dog back to full fitness
Owners name: Helen Morton
Dogs name: Sam
Condition: Arthritis
Sam is a 12 year old arthritic black Labrador with attitude! Before he started attending hydrotherapy sessions last year he was struggling with his movement, and seemed to be quite depressed about life. He had no interest in walks and even attempting to stand up was quite a task for him.
When he started his hydrotherapy it seemed that his stubbornness would prevent him from making any progress. However with time and lots of patience it has certainly paid off.
A year on, Sam is a much happier dog. His eyes are shining and his tail wags much more. Basic movements appear to have become much easier for him as his joints are not as stiff. He can stand up without any trouble, and has even tried playing football in the garden again (something which he hadn’t done for a couple of years).
Every week when he sees his towel coming out of the cupboard he gets on his feet, tail wagging and cannot wait to get to Butterwick hydrotherapy.
He has got the twinkle back in his eyes.
Thanks Mark!