Canine Hydrotherapy

[Darlin06]

We have a senior dog (10 years old) who has torn both acl's and has had 3 surgeries...Dogs don't tend to show they're in pain unless its very severe but I've been looking into hydrotherapy as a way to maybe help with potential pain she may have and still have fun being in warm water...Is there anywhere in Kelowna that does this?

[CoffeeCanuck]

Tri Lake Animal Hospital in Winfield has an underwater treadmill. http://www.trilake.ca/

I thought I had read of another place that offers pet hydro therapy, but I can't think of it right now.

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[gardengirl]

I am pretty sure Trip is the one to ask. I seem to recall her puppies needed that.

[Darlin06]

Awesome! I will have to try Tri-Lake and check. I've come up with nothing myself...And I can't seem to find "trip"...I will try the vet's office and see what they say. Thanks

[CoffeeCanuck]

Trip is short for Triple 6. She's a mod and you'll see her name in green in the lists of each forum. You can click on her name and pm her if you like.

I was almost positive there is a private hydro therapy clinic that opened up not to long ago. I've been trying to find it without much luck. I keep getting Vancouver facilities. I bet any vet office could tell you about it though if it is there.

Good luck and good on ya for seeking that out for your older gal.

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[Darlin06]

Thanks, I eventually figured that out...lol

I've searched online and all that comes up for me as well is Vancouver facilities..I will definitely give Tri-Lake a call, I messaged Trip, and I'll speak with our vet tomorrow to see what he knows...

Thanks for your help

[JLives]

I know Top Dog Kennels used to have a therapy pool but not sure if they set it up again at their present location. They could send you in the right direction though if you give them a call.

[Ridge Hilton]

After a few emails, I want to share, TriLake Vet Clinic is the ONLY clinic to offer Hydrotherapy on site in the Okanagan. Therapy is only being done Tuesday & Thursday, but I bet if more of use the service, it will be a full time effort.