Senior care
Dog Swimming for Senior Dog Mobility
Older dogs lose condition quickly once walks shorten. Private 30-minute sessions in a heated indoor pool at Bretherton, Lancashire.
WHAT OWNERS NOTICE
Signs owners mention when they call us
WHAT IT IS
Senior Dog Mobility in plain English
The gradual loss of muscle, balance and confidence in older dogs — usually a mix of arthritis, reduced exercise and age-related muscle loss rather than a single diagnosis.
We are a canine swimming and hydro pool, not a veterinary practice — this page explains how our sessions fit alongside the care your vet provides.
HOW IT WORKS
What the water is actually doing
WHY THE POOL HELPS
Why warm water suits this problem
Older dogs lose condition quickly once walks shorten. A warm, private swim gives them a proper workout that their legs would never allow on the ground.
YOUR FIRST VISIT
What the first session looks like
Unhurried. Time in the warm shallow water, a few gentle lengths, and a proper towel-and-dryer session before the car.
30 minutes
Arrive 10 minutes early
28–32°C water
Indoor, private pool
Towel & dryer
Included every visit
RECOMMENDED SESSION
We'd start with the Swim Coach session
Fortnightly works well; some seniors prefer a short weekly swim.
The change owners mention most is an easier day after the swim and better willingness on walks — modest, real, and worth having.
Before you book
Heart or respiratory disease, uncontrolled endocrine disease, or any recent collapse should be discussed with your vet before booking.
QUESTIONS WE GET ASKED
Senior Dog Mobility: your questions
Is 13 too old to start swimming?
Not on its own. We look at the dog in front of us. Bring any relevant health history and we will keep the first session short.
What if my dog panics?
We stop. Nothing is forced. Some dogs need two or three visits just getting comfortable in the shallow end, and that is fine.
Tell us about your dog's senior dog mobility
Send us the details and we'll tell you honestly whether swimming is the right fit — or call 07359 881320.
What Happens Next?
- 1. We review your enquiry
- 2. We call or text to confirm
- 3. Bring your dog and a towel!
Open 7 days · Pompian Brow Farm, Bretherton, PR26 9AQ