Pipe Insulation from Home Depot

A cheap genius invention from a client I saw yesterday, he made this collar with pipe insulation from home depot for their dog to keep the ears out of the water while swimming.

What I Like in Canine Flotation Devices for Therapy Work

A dog will usually arrive at your pool in order to regain full range of motion, to build confidence, to build muscle and strength. I personally don’t often use a flotation device as I want to be able to support the dog, feel his movement and have access to his entire body for massage, however, for those dogs who don’t need this hands on approach, a floatation device MUST first and foremost be of utmost comfort and not impose on …

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Dog Swimming Pool Vendors and Models

Here are a few pools that are being used to swim dogs. Each has different features and qualities so its best to look at each for yourself and decide what is best for you and your application. Pool’s Name: Arthur’s Pools Bradford Products Dimension One Spas Aqua Pro 19 or Aqua Fit 16 Marin Outdoor Living Dolphin Pools Elite Spas Northwest – Damon Fletcher 425-844-1348 Endless Pools Ferno Ferno Commercial Florida North Glimmerglass Swim Spa Golden Wave Swim Spa Grecian …

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Filtration Methods

When thinking about filtration and dog pools its all about the hair! There are 3 main options on the market today for filters – a D.E. Filter (which stands for Diatomaceous Earth), a SAND filter or a Cartridge filter. I think the most important thing is to oversize your filter. Go with the largest filter size you can get, its money well spent. Something that most pool companies won’t understand is that we are dealing with dog hair. We aren’t …

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Choosing a Hydrotherapy Pool for Dogs

There are many factors to consider when trying to figure out what kind of pool to buy. Going in-ground with a permanent pool. You can go in-ground with a custom swimming pool and build it specific to your needs. However you’ll want to make sure you’re zoned for business and that you want to do this as this is a permanent decision. Going in-ground with a preformed fiberglass pool: Another fun option but again, make sure you want this as …

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Pools and Pool Products

When thinking about putting in a canine therapy or swim pool or spa, there are a few things to consider. Depth of pool, a safe access for you and the dog to and into the pool, size of pool and how you are going to keep the pool water safe. When thinking of WHERE to locate this pool, you will need to consider the zoning for this business in your area, the laws, whether to own or rent your space …

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Ramps and Steps

One of the first things hurdles that we come to, when we enter a less active state, is to consider how to get into and out of the car, the house, how to maneuver stairs, how to get up on the bed etc … luckily we are not alone! And there are many products here that will help in this area as well ! Dog Stairs & Dog Ramps for Pools & Boats at America’s Pet Store Don’t overlook handicap …

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Choosing a Hydrotherapy Pool for Dogs

There are many factors to consider when trying to figure out what kind of pool to buy. Going in-ground with a permanent pool. You can go in-ground with a custom swimming pool and build it specific to your needs. However you’ll want to make sure you’re zoned for business and that you want to do this as this is a permanent decision. Going in-ground with a preformed fiberglass pool: Another fun option but again, make sure you want this as …

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Water Flow

The heart of your circulation system, your pool pump, pulls water from one or more suction ports (i.e., skimmer & main drain), and then pushes it through the filter & heater and back to the pools’ return ports. Since we’re trying to push dog hairy waters through the filter system as fast as we can, we do want the biggest circulation pump possible… however – you still need to stay within the limits of your other equipment. A pump that …

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Where to Put Your Pool

DO YOU OWN YOUR SPACE? DO YOU WANT TO PUT THIS BUSINESS ON YOUR OWN PROPERTY? Are you zoned legally for this business on the property that you are looking at? Check with your local county laws to see what kind of licensing you will need for this business. Sometimes you only need to be an owner occupied residence and sometimes you need a conditional use permit or to be in commercial zoning. Each area is different. Are you looking …

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