Cindy Horsfall From left to right, Danny wearing the medium bone print, Jenny wearing the medium red w/black paws, and Aimee wearing the large size tiger print robe. SPA ROBES AVAILABLE FOR SALE! These robes have such a unique and easy design, with the long ties that are offset across the belly and tie on the back. Easy to put on, Easy to take off and fit just about any body type. They are the perfect thing for after a session in …
When I started canine water therapy nearly 40 years ago – there was nothing like it in the country. I had been doing equine rehab in water with race horses and had always wondered why no one was doing this with dogs – so when my own dog was paralyzed, I opened my first pool. I had to apply what I had learned in equine rehab and also went on to get my human massage license and human water therapy …
Strength Training for K9 Athletes with a Certified Canine Fitness Instructor Bobbie Lyons, Cert CF has been training and competing in agility with her dogs for over 10 years. She has also participates in herding, and teaches in person classes on trick training, improving focus and human workouts with your dog. She currently has three Border Collies and an Australian Shepherd. One of her dogs, Force, has a rotated pelvis that prevents him from fully extending his hind legs when …
What is a Diplomat of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons? Before doing any surgery that has to do with a joint in your dog, please ask of your surgeon to make sure that they are Board Certified Veterinary Surgeons and Diplomats of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) and as such have successfully completed the certification requirements of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons. Quoting the American College of Veterinary Surgeons website regarding the required certifications: The term “ACVS Diplomat” …
The spirit has left its beautiful container – and now what do I do…Remaining present and fluid in your plans When I lost Kwinn, my 9 year old shepherd, to cancer – it took me totally by surprise. From the time we discovered the cancer until the time I lost her was about 6 hours. I was reeling in shock and disbelief and I couldn’t get my arms wrapped around this new reality in my life. There are many components …
Some of my clients are getting vet prescriptions for water aquatic therapies and are getting up to 90% of the cost covered. This is the first company I have experienced that does this. After writing up receipts for my work and seeing my clients covered, I decided to switch my insurance for my dogs to HEALTHY PAWS… and in February 2015 my beloved dog Luna was diagnosed with 3 different cancers which lead to 3 drastic surgeries and an ongoing …
A Poem by Bailey May 2015 I never swam in a pool beforeThe day I walked through La Paw Spa’s door You greeted me with treats and a smileWe sat and we talked about things for awhile Then up the ramp we all did goWhat was ahead I did not know You let me run to calm me downI ran and ran and ran around When it was time to take a dipYou picked me up without a slip And …
For those who have graduated from one of Cindy’s classes offered at La Paw Spa, we have a 6 month apprenticeship program now available. From October 1st to March 31st of each year, come to the beautiful quiet Olympic Peninsula and hone in your gifts. Cindy will begin this program by working with you on 2 afternoons each week, up to 4 hours/week, as we work together with real clients. The clients will be paying a discounted price for these …
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