HYDROTHERAPY , STRENGTH & CONDITIONING
Alternative Therapies
Our Hydrotherapy, Strength & Conditioning services are designed to support dogs at every stage of their physical journey — whether as part of a pre-surgery preparation, post-surgical rehabilitation, or as a conservative alternative to surgery where appropriate.
These therapies focus on improving overall fitness, mobility, and long-term wellbeing, while supporting strength, balance, and functional movement. Programs can also assist with injury prevention and include tailored home-care strategies to help maintain progress between sessions.
Veterinary referral and diagnosis are recommended to ensure the most effective treatment plan, but are not mandatory.
These therapies focus on improving overall fitness, mobility, and long-term wellbeing, while supporting strength, balance, and functional movement. Programs can also assist with injury prevention and include tailored home-care strategies to help maintain progress between sessions.
Veterinary referral and diagnosis are recommended to ensure the most effective treatment plan, but are not mandatory.
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💧What is Hydrotherapy?
Hydrotherapy is a gentle yet effective form of resistance exercise and rehabilitation that uses the therapeutic benefits of water. At Kylie’s K-9 Hydrotherapy, we use a specialised underwater treadmill within a glass chamber, with water heated to a therapeutic 28–30°C.
This controlled exercise helps relieve pain, reduce inflammation, improve circulation, and relax tight muscles, supporting your dog’s overall comfort and wellbeing. Hydrotherapy can be used as part of a rehabilitation program for pre- and post-surgery care, injury support, weight management, and fitness conditioning.
We also welcome dogs who simply enjoy hydrotherapy as a fun, low-impact way to stay fit and active.
Hydrotherapy is a gentle yet effective form of resistance exercise and rehabilitation that uses the therapeutic benefits of water. At Kylie’s K-9 Hydrotherapy, we use a specialised underwater treadmill within a glass chamber, with water heated to a therapeutic 28–30°C.
This controlled exercise helps relieve pain, reduce inflammation, improve circulation, and relax tight muscles, supporting your dog’s overall comfort and wellbeing. Hydrotherapy can be used as part of a rehabilitation program for pre- and post-surgery care, injury support, weight management, and fitness conditioning.
We also welcome dogs who simply enjoy hydrotherapy as a fun, low-impact way to stay fit and active.
💆What is canine Massage?
One of our Alternative Therapies is massage, our Animal Rehab Nurse Billie Kalani is trained in Canine Traditional Chinese Massage (Tui-na).
Tui-na is an ancient therapeutic massage technique that supports the body’s natural healing processes. This gentle, hands-on therapy can help improve circulation, support neurological function, enhance flexibility, and promote overall balance and wellbeing.
Tui-na is a safe, non-invasive therapy with no known side effects and can be used to support both injury recovery and ongoing health maintenance for dogs.
One of our Alternative Therapies is massage, our Animal Rehab Nurse Billie Kalani is trained in Canine Traditional Chinese Massage (Tui-na).
Tui-na is an ancient therapeutic massage technique that supports the body’s natural healing processes. This gentle, hands-on therapy can help improve circulation, support neurological function, enhance flexibility, and promote overall balance and wellbeing.
Tui-na is a safe, non-invasive therapy with no known side effects and can be used to support both injury recovery and ongoing health maintenance for dogs.
💪What is canine exercise Strength and Conditioning?
Canine Fitness, Strength & Conditioning combines targeted exercises and stretches tailored to your dog’s individual needs. These sessions help improve muscle strength, coordination, balance, and overall fitness and wellbeing.
This program is ideal for dogs recovering from injury or surgery who are unable to have free-roaming exercise, as well as dogs who benefit from increased body awareness and mental stimulation.
Canine Fitness, Strength & Conditioning combines targeted exercises and stretches tailored to your dog’s individual needs. These sessions help improve muscle strength, coordination, balance, and overall fitness and wellbeing.
This program is ideal for dogs recovering from injury or surgery who are unable to have free-roaming exercise, as well as dogs who benefit from increased body awareness and mental stimulation.
Pricing
Initial 45 minute appointment $150.00
Subsequent 30 minute appointment $80.00
10 pack 30 minute appointments $700.00
5 pack 30 minute appointments $375.00
Canine Massage Therapy 30minute session $70.00
Canine Massage Therapy 15minute session $35.00
Subsequent 30 minute appointment $80.00
10 pack 30 minute appointments $700.00
5 pack 30 minute appointments $375.00
Canine Massage Therapy 30minute session $70.00
Canine Massage Therapy 15minute session $35.00
FAQ's
What Surgical procedures are best supported by Hydrotherapy?
All Orthopedic Surgeries;
How soon after Surgery can my dog start Rehabilitaion?
If given the 'okay' from your Veterniarian and there has been no additional complications your dog can start rehabilitation 1-2 weeks post op. Once all stutches are out and wound has healed (usually around 2weeks) then we can start Hydrotherapy. Our Hydrotherapists are trained nurses and are able to double check wounds.
What do I need to do before my hydrotherapy session?
What do I need to bring to my Hydrotherapy session?
Your Appointment goes for 30mins this includes preparing your dog for their session and towel drying them off at the end.
The time your dog will be in the water will depend on his/her rehab/exercise plan, maximun time spent in the water is around 20mins .
Are There Situations Where My Dog Can't Use the Underwater Treadmill?
Yes. If your dog has/is:
Is Chlorine Or Any Other Chemical Used In The Water?
Yes, we use Chlorine to keep water sanitary, we diligently test and maintain low levels that are safe.
All Orthopedic Surgeries;
- Spinal surgery (IVDD)
- Cruciate ligament Surgery (Tplo. MMP. TTA, De Angelis, TTO)
- Hip & Elbow Surgery (THR, FHO, DPO, Elbow Arthrotomy/Osteotomies)
- Fractured or Brocken Bones
- Limb Amputation
How soon after Surgery can my dog start Rehabilitaion?
If given the 'okay' from your Veterniarian and there has been no additional complications your dog can start rehabilitation 1-2 weeks post op. Once all stutches are out and wound has healed (usually around 2weeks) then we can start Hydrotherapy. Our Hydrotherapists are trained nurses and are able to double check wounds.
What do I need to do before my hydrotherapy session?
- Brush or wash your dog if nessicary before coming to your session and avoid any grooming sprays etc
- Arrive 10 minutes before your session so your dog has time to toilet – we can’t stress this enough. We understand misakes happen but would like to avoid where we can. If your dog does toilet in the tank your dog’s hydrotherapy session will be cut short because we have to dump the water and clean the tank.
- Give your dog a rest from their normal daily exercies on this day, especially if they’re recovering from an injury.
What do I need to bring to my Hydrotherapy session?
- We recommend bringing a towel, so you can keep your dog dry on the way home
- Treats for your dog during their session, we will always have some on hand if you forget
- We provide the life jackets so you do not need to bring one
Your Appointment goes for 30mins this includes preparing your dog for their session and towel drying them off at the end.
The time your dog will be in the water will depend on his/her rehab/exercise plan, maximun time spent in the water is around 20mins .
Are There Situations Where My Dog Can't Use the Underwater Treadmill?
Yes. If your dog has/is:
- Open wounds
- Highly irritated skin issue
- Incontinence and/or vomiting
- A bitch in heat
Is Chlorine Or Any Other Chemical Used In The Water?
Yes, we use Chlorine to keep water sanitary, we diligently test and maintain low levels that are safe.
