Dog Paddle

Wednesday was an exciting day for little Slug-a-bug. He got to go swimming for five whole minutes! He's still not using his leg much at all on land - just a few toe touches once in a while. He didn't use it while swimming either but he sure had a great time retrieving the toy. Who knew a little guy could have so much fun in five minutes!



He once again got to do his five minute swimming session both Thursday and Friday. He gets so excited each day when he realizes it is swimming time. Even with just three legs he is an extremely strong swimmer. We're so glad there is such a wonderful pool available for rehab. Saturday and Sunday he graduated to ten minutes of pool time and he loved every second of it.



We're swimming at the Mega-Dogs pool in Woodinville, WA. It is set up just perfectly for both recreational swimming and rehab. The 19' long, 8' wide and 4'6" deep pool is completely enclosed in a glass pool house. All the doors and the roof can be opened for ventilation and there is even an elevated heater the length of the pool so it stays very comfortable even on the coldest of winter days.



The water is heated to a very comfortable temperature. The water is always crystal clear and sanitary due to the over sized filtration and sanitation systems. We really like that absolutely no harsh chemicals are used in the pool. Slugger always feels so soft when he gets done swimming but never smells like chlorine.

There is ramp leading to the pool which is perfect for dogs like Slugger who are in rehab and aren't supposed to do stairs. There is a very sturdy handrail so that it is very easy for people to get in and out as well. The pool is equipped with a number of swim jets so you can make the swimming as easy or strenuous as desired. There are also tethers for harness swimming. When we used tethers for one of Slugger's rehabs. He was swimming against the jets, which were on at the maximum level, for a full hour without stopping. Now that's a workout! And he loved it!



They also have doggy life vests in every size from XS to XL for your use. And when you're done swimming there is a separate changing room with crates, towels, and driers for both you and your dog. This pool is extremely well equipped and maintained. If you want a nice place for your dog to swim recreationally or to do some rehab give the Mega-Dogs pool a try. Slugger recommends it highly!

Debbie
5/16-20/07