Summer is an excellent time to bond with your dogs through fun and interesting activities. However, it is critical to ensure that these activities are safe and helpful to their health. At Happy Paws Rehab, our rehab specialists prioritize both happiness and safety by providing a variety of therapeutic therapies and guidance targeted to your beloved friends. Here are some summer activities for pets that will keep them active, healthy, and happy.
Hiking in shaded locations is an excellent way to enjoy the outdoors while keeping your pet cool and safe. Choose routes with plenty of shade and soft, natural surfaces that are easy on your pet's paws. The varied terrain provides an excellent workout, strengthening muscles and increasing cardiovascular health without the severe heat of direct sunlight. Happy Paws Rehab specialists may propose safe hiking trails and provide advice on what to pack, such as water and portable bowls, to keep your pet hydrated.
Pets enjoy playing in sprinklers. This is not only a pleasant method to cool off, but it also promotes fitness. Water play can help relieve some of the heat stress that pets feel during the summer. Furthermore, it provides a terrific opportunity for children to engage in low-impact physical activity. Hydrotherapy is frequently used in our therapeutic services at Happy Paws Rehab due to its multiple benefits, which include improved joint health and muscle strength. Sprinkler play at home can provide some of these benefits in a pleasant and casual environment.
Our therapy services provide considerable benefits to pets with unique health challenges, particularly those who have been injured or are struggling with chronic diseases. Regular physical therapy treatments, such as laser therapy, massage, and personalized exercise regimens, can help your pet's mobility and suffering. These services are intended to complement physical activity.
Swimming is another great summer exercise, especially for dogs with joint concerns. The buoyancy of water supports their weight, alleviating joint stress and providing resistance to improve muscles. If you have access to a secure, pet-friendly pool or a clean, tranquil lake, supervised swimming sessions can be both pleasurable and soothing. Happy Paws Rehab provides aquatic therapy sessions* that are designed to optimize these benefits, ensuring that your pet receives a complete workout in a safe setting.
During summer activities, keep a close eye on your pet for signs of overheating or exhaustion. Excessive panting, drooling, or lethargy are all signs that your pet needs to relax and cool off. Always have lots of fresh water and take pauses in the shade. Our rehabilitation specialists can advise you on recognizing these symptoms and controlling your pet's activity levels to avoid heat-related problems.
Summer should be a season of fun and adventure for both you and your pet. You can keep your furry buddy healthy and happy by introducing safe and exciting activities into your daily routine and taking advantage of Happy Paws Rehab's therapy treatments. Our rehab professionals are ready to support you by providing specialized advice and services tailored to fit your pet's unique needs.
Keep your pet active and safe this summer with expert guidance and therapeutic services from Happy Paws Rehab. Visit Happy Paws Rehab or call (321) 319-4008 to learn more and schedule an appointment with our dedicated rehab specialists.
Aquatic therapy sessions will need to be performed in the owner's pool. Happy Paws Rehab does not have a mobile pool or underwater treadmill.
