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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.