LapdogH2O Canine Aquatic Therapy

Aqua therapy is an amazing beneficial activity for your dog. I have 9 year old Frenchie Eddie with arthritis in the back legs; therefore, his ability to walk and naturally strengthen the legs is limited. After just a couple of sessions, Eddie’s gait and overall well-being have greatly improved. Jill’s sensitive and individual approach to each dog will lead to great exercise and time for you and your furry friend. All the staff is adept at creating special moments and bonding with your pup. We look forward to our swimming sessions and a happier and healthier Eddie. I highly recommend this local business and am certain the therapeutic benefit will endure.

LapdogH20 is who you want to trust with your pet. Petey my Pomeranian swam with Coach Jill for over 2 years. Petey started hydrotherapy as a senior at the age of 15. Though there was no cure for his degenerative issues the swimming definitely brought comfort, pain relief, mobility and fun to his life. When Petey first started she was patient with him as he adjusted to his new workouts and she took the time to get to know his personality and special needs. She would go above and beyond with scheduling to accommodate Petey's 3 day a week swims. When he could still walk he walked best right after swim and when he could no longer walk, he could still swim and swimming helped his heart, his spine, his arthritis and helped keep his digestive system working. Coach Jill came up with innovative ways to help Petey swim when he could no longer control his spine and his legs would cross. She never gave up on him and always offered him treats after his hard workout, when he was picky she would keep trying until she found just the right treat. Even at his last swim the day before his natural passing, when he was weak she turned up the jets so he could enjoy the warm water and he swam til the very end. She was not only a source of comfort to Petey but to me also and I have no doubt that her service added so much to both our lives and I am forever grateful. Thank you LapdogH20.

Jill is the best. So are Tiara and Tristan, but really none of this would be possible without Jill. I'm so thankful she does what she does for dogs. She said in order of importance for what she does is therapy, teaching dogs to swim, and recreational. One my dogs comes for therapy (and to swim out some of her crazy), so she made time for us. Which our other one is lucky because he gets to come play one day a week too. The first day we went there, she gave a cricket that had drowned in the pool CPR and it came back to life so I knew we were in good hands. The set up she has is so considerate: warmish water, salt water, ear covers, vest, all the toys...it really speaks to her dedication to what she does and her thoughtfulness as a person. It's clear she loves pups and she's so patient with them - I can't tell you how annoying my dogs can be when they just want IN in the pool when we're getting their gear on, or how crazy into swimming they are that slapping, kicking, and biting has happened, but she laughs it off and continues to cheer the little monsters on.

What a rare and wonderful find. My 16 year-old Corgi, Erin, swims with Jill and her helpers twice a week. It helps with some basic muscle strength in her failing back limbs. Obviously, not a cure, but certainly it has helped her retain some muscle mass and flexibility. We've been with Jill for almost a year and a half. Jill's love and concern over the welfare of her pet clients shines through. Her prices are reasonable and her schedule is very full with all of the animals that she is helping, so you need to be able to work with her schedule to find an opening. It's worth it if you can. I'm more grateful than I can say about Lapdog H2O, Jill and her team. Thank-you!