About Us Archives - Warm Water Therapy & Training for Dogs

The Emotional Benefits of Canine Hydrotherapy

The whole body approach to healing and the importance of the emotions are finally getting recognition in the world of medicine and science. John Hopkins recently released a list of thing to do that would help keep cancer from taking hold in the body and this list included trying to live a stress-free life. There are numerous books and studies out now on how our emotions can help create dis-ease in our bodies. The healing potential of immersion in water …

Canine Hydrotherapy: Health Benefits of Swimming for Dogs

View Article as PDF When someone recently asked me to write this article on the health benefits of canine hydrotherapy, my mind tried to embrace what that article would actually say…. as water therapy is so much deeper than what people usually think. To me, it was as if someone had just asked me to write about the size of outer space… i.e. vast… endless… almost too big for words…. But I’ll give it a try – – – The …

Luna Says Thank You!

Luna says WOOF! (which of course means Thank You! Your question is on it’s way to Luna’s inbox (doesn’t every dog haveone?). She can’t guarantee that every question will get an answer, but she doessniff … er, read every question very thoroughly.

You don’t usually answer your phone – how do we reach you?

Question: You don’t usually answer your phone – how do we reach you? Answer: I am truly sorry about that… I tried to hire staff for the phone thing but I really want to talk to you personally – it is a bit of a challenge when you work in water all the time – – – please do leave a message and dare to be obnoxious about it – pester me… please… In addition to a phone message – …

You’re busy! How can I get my dog into see you?

Question: I notice you only provide sessions 4 days a week and don’t have a staff, how can I get my dog into see you? Answer: One of the big things I teach in all of my classes is to always be the best you can be, to take care of yourself and to be fully present when you are with a client. I practice what I preach here in providing therapy. I limit the number of people who I …

On-Site Training

Do you want Cindy to come to your pool and conduct a custom class? She would love to! Cost is $1,500/day (including the 2 days of travel) plus expenses of class, travel, lodging and meals. Date set at least 6 months in advance. Please Note that Custom Training at Locations other than La Paw Spa for 2016-2017 are completely full. Dates now being set for 2018 for Off – Site Training. Educational Opportunities are best provided at La Paw Spa’s …

The Sequim Experience

The Reception Area and Land Studio at La Paw Spa in Sequim Often when providing care to our special needs companions, we forget the importance of taking care of ourselves. Our facility in Sequim was built with comfort in mind… our spacious reception area offers a gathering space for conversation and just putting your feet up and resting… the private land studio room off the reception area is a wonderful place for consultations and body work and massage. As a premier educational …

The Sequim Pool

With gentle access ramps, the spa is truly another area of comfort for both you and your canine friend. Soft music and lights will greet you as you enter the room and relax in the comfy chairs at pool side. A state of the art air ventilation system provides the optimum healthy environment and the UV Light sanitation system for the pool promises us healthy water without the usual chemicals. (Read more about how we keep the pool so clean.) After …

In Memory Of Tuggy

Tuggy was Cindy’s boy… He entered the scene like a whirlwind and brought immeasurable joy to her life for over 10 years. He brought gentle lessons for Cindy in the areas of boundaries, discernment and the proper way to laugh and play. The poem below was written by Janet, a client of La Paw Spa and a dear friend of Cindy’s, to honor Tuggy’s life. In Praise of Tuggy Oh you are so Bold a DogLook at You!!!You fly across …

Biz – Aquatic Massage for Fascia Release

Our day begins in October of 2005. It was a lovely fall morning of running and playing at the local Junior High school football field. By the end of that walk, a new journey would begin. This journey would take time, love, patience, and a true belief in another human being with an incredible ability to heal. Biz is my 5-year-old Schipperke. He is a playful Zen dog with a lighthearted approach to the world so when he wanted to …