INTRODUCTION
Both human and animal health care professionals recognize swimming as one of the best forms of exercise. Swimming allows the body to achieve increased mobility in stiff or sore joints as well as helping to rebuild muscle mass around affected joints. Increased cardiovascular and respiratory fitness can also be achieved without the pounding and jarring of other forms of exercise.

Most veterinarians agree that swimming is an excellent exercise for dogs suffering from arthritis or hip dysplasia, and for post surgical rehabilitation (Veterinarian recommendation required). Swimming is suitable for all breeds of dogs. It is a gentle way of rebuilding their fitness, especially where a weight bearing exercise would be too strenuous.

PET INN Resort & Spa offers a safe, convenient, alternative to backyard pools or lakes. Our spa is heated and has a non-chlorine filtration system that will not cause skin or eye irritation. If your dog has a fear of water or is not structurally designed for swimming, we work patiently with your pet to assure his comfort and security. For their safety and to aid in buoyancy, our swimmers either wear US Coast Guard approved life preservers or they are fitted with custom canine slings that are used in conjunction with our electronic lift.

Ask your veterinarian about the many benefits of swimming your dog. Let's work together to enhance your pet's quality of life.

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HOW OUR HYDRO-SPA PROGRAM WORKS

The PET INN Spa is an indoor, climate controlled environment that is equipped with our dual purpose unit: that is both a swimming pool and a hydro-massage spa. The massage spa is used for the older or more infirmed dogs in which swimming represents an excessive or impossible degree of exertion. The massage spa functions in a manner similar to a human Jacuzzi, providing warm water muscle stimulation, which can help reduce muscle stiffness and soreness. In our experience, warm water massage can help improve mobility and general attitude.

Our Hydro-Spa is also a warm filtered pool, deep enough that even large breeds of dogs are unable to touch the bottom. We use one of the first ionized bacteriostatic filtering systems to be used in a canine spa (these systems are in widespread use in domestic and municipal pools). This allows us to avoid the use of Chlorine and thus swim dogs with chemical-sensitive skin/eye conditions in safety.

During a swim session, dogs are gently lifted and placed into the pool. For their safety and to aid in buoyancy, our swimmers wear US Coast Guard approved life preservers. Large or disabled pets are lifted and supported by our electronic canine lift. Depending on the initial degree of fitness, the dogs either swim in calm water or against one or two adjustable jets that are angled against the direction of motion. A minute's swim against both jets is roughly equivalent to a mile's walk/run in terms of overall exertion without the joint loading that occurs in normal exercise.

REQUIREMENTS FOR YOUR PET TO JOIN OUR SWIMMING PROGRAM

YOUR PET MUST HAVE CURRENT INOCULATIONS AND BE CLEAN AND PARASITE FREE.
TALK WITH YOUR VETERINARIAN ABOUT THE BENEFITS OF SWIMMING YOUR DOG.
IF YOUR DOG HAS BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH THE FOLLOWING PHYSICAL CONDITIONS.

SWIMMING MAY HELP;

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SWIM & TRIM PROGRAMS

Are You Killing Your Pet With Kindness?  Obesity WILL shorten your dog's life!

 

We know how hard it is to resist those big brown eyes.
But overfeeding, too many treats and lack of exercise lead to obesity.

We can help improve your pet's quality of life!
Losing excess pounds and beginning an exercise program
may add years to your pet's life

If your overweight pet will be vacationing with us for 7 days or more,
we've created a wonderful value package

SWIM & TRIM
Your pet will stay in luxury while enjoying fun filled days of pampering. Our loving staff will ensure your pet's happiness while losing weight and toning up. 

FEATURES
Luxurious SOLARIUM PATIO SUITES VIP Guest Privileges; 5 outdoor Potty & Play periods daily.

SPECIAL DIET Reduced calorie lamb and rice dry kibble with boiled chicken breasts. Daily vitamin and healthy treats of yogurt, fresh fruits and vegetables.

DAILY SWIM & HYDRO-MASSAGE Monday -- Friday

Hydro/Massage Swimming is an important part of our weight reduction program. It is particularly useful in the obese dog with chronic arthritis in which normal levels of exercise are improbable if not impossible.

ENTRY BATH At the start of their program, each guest will enjoy a deep cleaning Hydro surge bath and brushing. After each swim, your pet will be thoroughly dried. Guests with long coats will be brushed and blown dry (an additional charge may apply).

Detailed Daily Reports are kept for each guest:
Caloric Intake, Output, Mental Attitude and Emotional Well-being
Progress in Pool -- duration of swim and difficulty level (calm water, 1 or 2 jets).
Weight Loss -- weighed on arrival, Fridays and on departure.

14 Day Luxury SWIM & TRIM Spa Package
A $1096.00 Value for only $975.00

7 Day Luxury SWIM & TRIM Spa Package
A $548.00 Value for only $475.00

(Plan your pet's TRIM & SWIM Program during YOUR vacation!)

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Revised Resort Lobby Hours: Monday-Friday  9-11am & 4-6pm,  Saturday 9-11am & Closed in the pm. Sunday CLOSED (4:30-5:30pm courtesy valet pet pick up only). CLOSED on all major holidays and closing at 11am on the day before all major holidays.
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	56 Heyman Lane - Alexandria, LA 71303 (318)  445-7333 - (318) 473-2070 (Fax) Email - info2@petinnresort.com