Dip’n Dogs Canine Swimming

Programs are structured as private, one-on-one hydrotherapy or swim lessons tailored to each dog’s needs, whether for rehabilitation, fitness, or confidence-building. Sessions are scheduled by appointment, with options for ongoing weekly visits. Each session includes personalized attention from Rachel, who enters the water with the dog to guide and support them. Group swims and pool pawties are also offered for socialization.

Pricing Summary

Pricing is based on private swim sessions and packages; specific rates are not listed publicly but can be obtained by appointment. E-books and swim fund donations are available for purchase or contribution.

Policies

Appointments require 24-hour notice for rescheduling or cancellation; failure to provide notice results in a 50% charge. Clients are asked to arrive 10 minutes early for potty breaks. Sessions are shortened if late. All services are private and by appointment only.

Dip’n Dogs Canine Swimming is a canine hydrotherapy and swim training facility in Central Florida, founded by Rachel Velarde, a fully certified Canine Hydrotherapist trained through the Canine Fitness Institute. They provide specialized water therapy for dogs with disabilities, injuries, arthritis, obesity, degenerative diseases, and those recovering from surgery, as well as fitness swimming for canine athletes and swim lessons for dogs of all ages and breeds. Their low-impact aquatic sessions help build muscle tone, loosen joints, reduce pain and anxiety, and increase flexibility, making swimming a highly recommended exercise to extend a dog’s life. Rachel personally conducts all sessions, offering one-on-one, private instruction in a controlled, temperature-regulated pool environment, and also runs The Lucky Dog Swim Fund to provide free swim sessions for dogs in financial need.

In addition to hydrotherapy, they offer swim lessons for dogs fearful of water, teaching them to swim safely and exit the pool confidently. Their services include fun/fitness swims for healthy dogs, group pool pawties, and educational e-books like “Wet Nose, Happy Toes” to help owners teach their dogs to swim at home. They also operate a sister company, Walk’n Dogs, for walking services.

The facility is designed for safety and comfort, with a clean, well-maintained pool and a supportive, compassionate approach that helps dogs build confidence and enjoy water-based exercise without stress.

Accomplishments

Rachel Velarde is fully certified in Canine Hydrotherapy through the Canine Fitness Institute. She founded The Lucky Dog Swim Fund, which sponsors free swim sessions for dogs in need across Central Florida. Her facility has received numerous testimonials highlighting transformative results for dogs with mobility issues and fear of water.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must schedule an appointment through the online booking system. New clients are encouraged to contact Rachel directly to discuss their dog’s needs before booking. A consultation is not offered for free, but the first session serves as an evaluation to tailor future sessions.