Splash Dog

4.9 Stars,60 Reviews
42 N Broadway St, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Service area: Serves Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas within Cook County and nearby suburbs.

Service Overview

Types of Dog Training

  • Therapy Dog
  • Behavior Modification

Specialty Focus Areas

  • Leash Pulling
  • Reactivity / Aggression
  • Jumping on People
  • Barking Excessively
  • Separation Anxiety
  • Biting / Nipping
  • Potty Training
  • Fearfulness
  • Recall

Training Formats Offered

  • Private Facility

Program Formats

  • Sessions Package

Types of Dogs

  • Small
  • Medium
  • Large
  • Giant
  • Herding
  • Sporting
  • Working
  • Hounds
  • Terriers
  • Doodles
  • Brachycephalic

Age of Dogs Trained

  • Puppy (<1 year)
  • Adolescent (1-2 years)
  • Adult (2-8 years)
  • Senior (8+ years)

Dog Training Methodology

Hydrotherapy sessions are 30 minutes for swimming and 15 minutes for treadmill, with increments of 5 minutes based on health needs. All sessions are by appointment only, with one dog per session unless two dogs are both strong swimmers. Owners must be present to encourage their dogs. Sessions include use of life vests, resting benches, towel drying, and optional blow-drying. Veterinary consent and up-to-date rabies vaccination are required before starting. No group classes or structured training programs are offered—only individualized therapeutic sessions.

Pricing & Policies

Pricing Summary

Swim sessions are $63 for 30 minutes; packages offer 10–15% off (e.g., 10 sessions for $535.50). Water treadmill sessions are $50 for 15 minutes; packages of 5 or 10 sessions are $225 or $425 respectively. Extra time is $10 per 5 minutes. Special pricing available for shelter dogs. Payment due at time of service; packages paid in advance. Credit cards, checks, and cash accepted.

Policies

Appointments must be scheduled in advance. Cancellations require 24-hour notice; cancellations under 12 hours incur full session charges. Emergency cancellations are exempt. Sessions end at scheduled time regardless of arrival delay. Dogs with infectious conditions are refused service. All dogs must be leashed, vaccinated, and not fed within two hours of session. Owners must provide veterinary consent before beginning therapy.

Testimonials

My dog and I LOVE this place! They take such good care of her during her swim sessions, with safety first (life vests, etc) and a lot of care during her session. They have a doggie bath area available to clean off before getting back in the car, which I also really appreciate. My senior girl enjoys the joint-friendly exercise and I appreciate the super friendly and professional staff!
– Anonymous

Have been taking my German Shepard Dog Leo here for nearly 2 years and we love it. Cindy is the best and cares about his well-being. We came here for preventative reasons and Leo is healthy and regular swimming has helped his hips and legs get stronger.
– Anonymous

Brought my pup today for hydrotherapy, I was super nervous about it considering my dog is super anxious and can be reactive. Cindy was SO kind, understanding, and was amazing. Made the entire experience stress free for me and my doggo. I’ve wanted to get my dog to do hydrotherapy for the longest time, and was finally able to get her started because of Splash Dog! Thank you so much. It means the world to me.
– Anonymous

About the Trainer

Splash Dog is a facility specializing in canine hydrotherapy and wellness, offering warm water swimming and water treadmill sessions to improve dogs’ health, mobility, and fitness. While not a traditional dog training business, they provide therapeutic exercise services that support behavior modification, rehabilitation, and physical conditioning—often complementary to training goals. Their services are ideal for dogs recovering from surgery, managing arthritis, overcoming obesity, or needing low-impact exercise. All sessions are conducted by trained assistants in a controlled, safe environment with life vests, heated pools (88–92°F), and a water treadmill. They encourage owner presence during sessions to build confidence and reinforce positive associations. Additional services include basic baths, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and special medicated or skunk odor baths. They serve dogs of all ages, from puppies to seniors, and welcome all breeds, including reactive, anxious, or shelter dogs. Their staff is noted for compassion, patience, and professionalism.

Although they do not offer obedience training, behavior modification classes, or formal instruction in commands, their hydrotherapy program supports dogs with reactivity, fearfulness, mobility issues, and post-injury recovery—conditions often addressed in conjunction with professional training. They require veterinary consent before starting therapy and enforce strict safety policies, including leashed arrivals, no feeding two hours before sessions, and vaccination requirements.

Accomplishments

Established in 2008, Splash Dog has provided hydrotherapy services for over 15 years. They are recognized for compassionate care of anxious, senior, and shelter dogs, with multiple testimonials highlighting staff expertise and patient-centered approach. Facility features a custom in-ground heated pool and Aqua Paws water treadmill.

How to Get Started!

New clients must contact Splash Dog to schedule an initial consultation, provide veterinary consent, and complete a customer information form. First-time visitors should arrive on time for their scheduled appointment. Dogs must be leashed and relieved prior to arrival. Owners are encouraged to bring favorite toys or treats to assist during the session.

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  • 16+ Years Experience

  • Free Consultation

Availability

  • Weekdays
  • Weekends
  • Evening

Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 9am-8pm
Wednesday: 9am-8pm
Thursday: 9am-8pm
Friday: 9am-8pm
Saturday: 9am-5pm
Sunday: Closed

Languages

  • English
  • wheelchair accessible entrance
  • wheelchair accessible parking

Other Services Offered

  • Pet groomer

Location

42 N Broadway St, Des Plaines, IL 60016

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