Frequently asked questions

1.      How can I find a list of nearest hydrotherapy centres in the UK?

Animal Rehab has a list of pools on this website. Go to and click on "Dog Owners Guide" then click on "Your Nearest Centre".

2. Are there minimum standards for pool size and type?

Animal Rehab installs tailor made pools to suit the individual, and has installed pools to suit both large and small dogs. Top grade materials are used for the construction of the pools and are only installed after a full site visit and consultation with prospective owner.

3. How do I know if the water is clean?

All Animal Rehab pools are fitted with a filtration system to clean the pool and Animal Rehab offers a water walker maintenance kit to help sanitise and balance the water properly.

4.      Who can operate as a hydrotherapist and what qualifications are required?

Canine professionals such as kennel owners, breeders and grooming parlours currently run the majority of the UK’s 130 centres, but in the UK you do not need a formal qualification to run a centre.

5. How will I tell if the hydrotherapy is successful?

Animal Rehab recommends

1. a direct referral from your veterinary surgeon

2. a written assessment of your dog's condition should be made

3. the treatment given at each session should be recorded

In this way the progress that the dog makes can be monitored. The rate of progress will depend on your dog, but it will take a number of sessions or a few weeks to be readily noticeable.

6. How many sessions will I need?

This depends on the size of the dog and reason for treatment.  Every case is different, but your vet will be able to advise you on the best course of treatment and will monitor the dog’s progress.

7. What costs are involved in animal hydrotherapy?

Rates are set by the individual handler but Animal Rehab gives advice and guidance to all handlers who have had a pool installed.  A typical session will include 30 minutes exercising in the pool and additional time for preparation and drying the dog.  Fees will be in the range of £15-35 per session, with the chance of some block booking discounts. The average cost and installation of a pool, spa and overhead hoist can vary between £30,000 to £35,000.  To put this into context, hydrotherapists might charge run as many as 10 sessions per day.

8. Do Animal Rehab only sell pools, spas and water walkers?

Animal Rehab offer a whole range of accessories for dogs in rehabilitation and a full list of their products, equipment and accessories can be found on this website.

9. What do I do if my question is not listed here?

Contact a member of the Animal Rehab team with your question who will give advice and guidance on all Animal Rehab products.

Animal Rehab
17 Owen Road
Diss
Norfolk
IP22 4ER
UK

Tel: +44 (0)1379 651177

Fax: +44 (0)1379 651170

Email: sales@animalrehab.co.uk

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