Indoor pool for dogs makes a splash

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K9 Fit Fur Fun

Whether your dog needs pool rehabilitation or just wants to swim despite the weather, you’ll be happy to learn about K9 Fit Fur Fun, a new business that’s opened in North Saanich.

Their heated indoor salt-water pool is used for programs including introduction to water, weight loss programs, and an open swim year round. If you want, you can even go in the pool with your dog, which is added fun! The trainers are always there, though, so you can enjoy the view poolside.

The pool is 14′ wide x 36′ long and 4′ deep. It’s heated to 28 degrees celsius, the recommended temperature for dogs because it prevents exhaustion in the pool. The salt water is controlled by a filtering system that not only cleans the water but creates the salt and small amount of chlorine needed to combat bacteria.

Owners Tor and Kathy Hansen have been involved with dogs, in various capacities, for over 35 years. They have successfully competed in Hunt Tests, Obedience, Working Certificates and Tracking. The idea to build the K9 Fit Fur Fun pool was conceived after their beloved dog Joker broke his front leg. Tor and Kathy did extensive research to identify the best methods to rehabilitate Joker and discovered that aqua therapy in a pool was the best option.

They located a pool and started Joker on his way to recovery. After begining pool rehabilitation, the improvement in Joker’s leg was amazing. He went from not putting his foot down, to a mild limp in only two weeks. The Hansens were so impressed with the results, they decided to build their own pool for everyone’s doggy friends.

Cory runs the K9 Fit Fur Fun business, providing a facility for other dog lovers to promote good health and happiness in their dogs, in a clean and safe environment.

The pool is located on the Hansen’s private property in beautiful North Saanich, British Columbia. Clients have access to client parking and an outdoor activity area. Learn more about K9 Fit Fur Fun.

Click here for a video of dogs swimming in the pool.

K9 Fit Fur Fun indoor heated pool for dogs

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