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• Strengthening of limb muscles and core conditioning through resistance

• Increases confidence as they move easier and more comfortably

• Reduction of swelling (oedema) from the movement of water around the limbs

• Endorphin release for happy feelings and pain alleviation

• Increased range of motion as they move more comfortably and muscle tension reduces

• Buoyancy reduces pressure and concussion, supporting the dogs bodyweight

• Improves muscle patterning, muscle recruitment, co-ordination and proprioception

• Decreases pain, pain perception and inflammation

• Slows progression of some symptoms associated with degenerative conditions

• Relaxation of muscle tension

• Improves quality of life