The Benefits of Dog Swimming Classes
Dogs love to swim, as most people who have both dogs and pools can tell you. That’s why I decided to build a dog swimming pool near me, for everyone to enjoy!
And while some dogs are better swimmers than others — Labradors do better in the water than, say, bulldogs — pretty much any dog can learn to swim with the help of some lessons and a floatation device.
It’s an activity that they’ll enjoy and that’s good for them, which is why we’re offering dog swimming lessons at our Waltham MA doggy daycare center.
The Benefits of Our Dog Swimming Pool & Dog Swimming Classes
Here are a few ways your dog can benefit from some time in the water.
1 – It’s good for their joints
When a dog gets into a pool, the water supports most of their wait, taking the burden off their skeletal system, as it won’t be subjected to the types of impacts it would receive from running and jumping on land.
Swimming also improves their range of motion, since they have to move in a different way than they do on land. It’s a good exercise for dogs with joint troubles like arthritis and an outstanding way to help dogs recovering from injuries.
Swimming in warm water can help relieve joint pain, while also promoting blood flow, strengthening joints and building muscles.
2 – Stress Relief
Swimming isn’t just good for your dog’s physical health. Just like you do, your dog needs a variety of activities to keep their brains sharp and relieve stress. When they swim, dogs get a break from their day-to-day exercise, releasing energy without feeling constrained by a leash. And when they go home at night, they’ll sleep better having exercise and wake feeling restored.
3 – Good for Overweight Pets
Is your dog a little heavier than you and your vet would like to see? Get them to the pool. Overweight dogs can have trouble with on-the-ground exercise, which stresses their joints and muscles. But in the pool, with the water supporting their weight, a dog can burn calories and improve their metabolism without you worrying about them injuring themselves.
4 – A Solid Form of Exercise
Swimming is one of the best types of exercise a dog can do, with one minute in the pool equaling four minutes of running. It’s good for their heart and lungs, can reduce inflammation while boosting metabolism and improves circulation, which contributes to a healthy skin and coat. Finally, moving against the resistance of the water works every major muscle group, giving you a stronger, fitter dog.
What if My Dog Can’t Swim?
Is your dog new to swimming? Are you not sure how to teach him or her how to take to the water? The Dog Retreat and Spa can help. We designed our swimming facility at our Waltham MA doggy daycare with all types of dogs in mind.
And as our facility grows, we’ll be adding an indoor dog swimming pool that allows clients to rent our pool, give their puppy a place to learn to swim or undergo physical rehabilitation with one of our trained staff.
Whether your dog needs to learn to swim, has to swim as part of a rehabilitation regimen, or just wants to swim for fun, we’ll be able to accommodate their needs. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help your dog take to the water at our dog daycare in Waltham MA.