“This is the best continuing education I have ever taken
part in."

–—Carl Rischen, DVM, DACVS,
Gig Harbor, Washington
Aquatic Therapy in Canine Rehabilitation
Upcoming Dates

» April 26–27, 2009
Aquatic Therapy in Canine Rehabilitation, Palm Beach County Convention Center, West Palm Beach, Florida, $800.

 

Other Continuing Education Courses

» The Business of Canine Rehabilitation

» Canine Sports Medicine

» Nutrition in Canine Rehabilitation

» PennHIP Certification

» Splinting and Bracing in Canine Rehabilitation

 

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Course Syllabus

DAY 1  |  8:00 am – 5:00 pm
  Water Properties and Their Application to Canine Hydrotherapy 1.0 hr
  Benefits of Hydrotherapy 0.5 hr
  Swimming vs. Underwater Treadmill: When and Why 0.5 hr
  Creating a Canine Hydrotherapy Program  
 
Utilizing Aquatics and Hydrotherapy in Canine Rehabilitation, Maintenance and Conditioning
0.5 hr
 
Rehabilitation Exercises
0.5 hr
  Swimming Techniques, Products and Safety Tips 1.0 hr
  Working with Dogs in Therapeutic and Recreation Pools
(Lab #1 – Plan to Get Wet!)
4.0 hrs
DAY 2  |  8:00 am – 5:00 pm
  Breed Tips 1.0 hr
  Hydrotherapy Equipment and Products: What’s Right for You? 1.0 hr
  Using and Maintaining Hydrotherapy Equipment 1.0 hr
  Practical Considerations: Space and Costs 0.5 hr
  Hiring and Training Hydrotherapy Staff 0.5 hr
  Working with Dogs in Therapeutic and Recreation Pools
(Lab #2 – Plan to Get Wet Again!)
4.0 hrs
     
Note: There is a 1-hour break for lunch each day.