We have 2 large senior dogs that are 15 and 11. Both have hip and spine issues as they get older. They had been doing rehab at another place for over a year and we hadn't really seen results. They had been doing laser, massage, land exercises and water treadmill there every week, and then every other week. They did not really look forward to it. One dog would float sideways in the water to show her opinion. One day the long drive and traffic got to be too much for the dogs and me, so I started looking for a closer rehab. I happened upon Trish and Cutting Edge K9. My vet said she had heard good things about Trish. So we scheduled an apppointment. We filled out the forms, got the vaccination proof from our vet (it says which ones on the forms online), washed and brushed them and arrived ready to swim. My dogs are a bit scared of dogs due to whatever upbringing they had in the 6 years before I adopted them and I explained the way they are to Trish and she was understanding and accomodating. We just move the dogs this way or that to not directly pass whatever dog is leaving or arriving. Some others are scared too. Trish has dog water safety jackets of various sizes to wear and lowered each dog into the pool with a specialized dog pool elevator. The first time she was in the pool with them, but in following lessons they were just assisted with a leash. The first few times it was solo swim, but Trish suggested they swim together and one day I agreed. It was a favorite moment in a long time to see them swim together. They were so happy swimming with a buddy. As for results, we saw results within a few swims. We have been going weekly for a few months now. It seemed unreal, but after two classes they were not only moving better at home, but they were actually enjoy swimming class. The dog who would float protest in the water treadmill is a fantastic pool swimmer. In the pool, she doesn't protest, but does laps - sometimes big laps, sometime little laps. Our other dog couldn't go down our front stairs for the past year, just went down our front stairs a few weeks ago and kept doing it. After class, they are amped up for about an hour or so from having so much fun at class. They are so hungry too! We bundle them up in towels and then they sleep hard. When they wake, we dry them with a dog blowdryer as they are furry water sponges, but we had to dry them after water treadmill, so no big difference there. Trish is friendly and professional. She notices when they are walking better or not. If you have dog questions, she probably has the answers. She makes sure you get the full time for the class. After the swim, she will schedule for the next week while we leash and do a quick dry. The next dog sometimes arrives 5 to 10 minutes early, but they wait in the "grassy" area. I encourage anyone who has a dog to look into this, not just senior dogs or rehab dogs. I wish we had found Trish sooner. read more

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It was an absolutely great business but Trish Pennick moved out of state. San Diego lost one of the very best businesses we had in helping all dogs rehab from injuries, accidents and/or just old age. If you goggle her you will find her note of goodbye and where she went. She helped our aging Aussie Dundee walk around more easily again. While he was swimming he developed back some of his muscle strength. He had several more years which was a true blessing. Trish, We will miss you. Thank you for all you did.You are a true healer. Julie and Patty. read more

Trish is passionate and patient with your pup. My Maggie is approx 8-9yo and having trouble/arthritis in her back legs. A fried recommended Trish and hydrotherapy. Maggie lols forward to her swim therapy and has been doing so much better! read more

I was referred to Cutting Edge K9 by our veterinarian when our German Shepherd Kara began having difficulties with the arthritis in her spine, and in her back legs. She did not like to swim. Trish suited up and got her into the pool, and she loved it! After a couple of weeks, we saw improvement and her pool time became her "happy place". I recently turned to Trish again with my chocolate Labrador Decker. He had TPLO and MPL surgeries on his back right leg. After a very long restricted recovery and limited mobility, I knew I needed to get him in the pool. I knew I needed to get him to Trish. She implemented a ball with his swim therapy sessions. She noticed without it, he was being lazy and not using his back legs. He is swimming weekly, and building up his strength and muscle tone. He is very exuberant when it comes to his swim therapy. Trish is very patient and understanding with his passion for the pool! read more

Brought our foster dog to work and it has been amazing! We have tried and tried to get her in the pool and she was not having it. Trish got her in first try and she loved it! With the exercises and multiple session we have seen remarkable improvements. Highly recommend! She is amazing. read more

Bringing my yellow lab Daisy to Cutting Edge K9 was one of the best things I ever did for her. In 2014 Daisy was injured and could barely walk she was put on pain medication and her vet recommended I take her to see Trish at Cutting Edge K9. I am so glad I took his advice and gave her a call Daisy was 11 years old and had never been swimming. We have a pool but she never wanted to go in. When I took her class she could barely walk and I wasn't sure what to expect. Daisy and I were both very happy with the results she loved that there were other dogs for her to swim with. We noticed results right away she was not only a happier dog because she loves swimming with your new friends but she was walking a lot better. We both met so many wonderful people and wonderful dogs. Daisy made a best friend another yellow lab her name was Sandy. Sandy's mom and I have stayed good friends Even after Daisy was doing much much better I kept her swimming which I know kept her going strong till she passed away at 13 a few months ago. I highly recommend Cutting Edge K9 Thank you Trish read more

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Our 15 month old female Douge de Bordeaux (Kinzi) had to have surgery due to angular limb deformity. After a very long 7 weeks of limited mobility we were referred to Trish Penick and Cutting Edge K9 Rehab. Also suggesting that Kinzi's twin brother, Rooney, would benefit too due to his large body mass and joint inflammation. We started swim therapy on March 26, 2016 and have been going almost every weekend since. I truly believe that Kinzi recovered so quickly from the surgery because of Trish's therapy. She has fully recovered but we still feel that this is a much better exercise for our pups. They love it and get so excited when we pull up. read more

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Swimming for dogs is probably one of the best things to do for your pup. It benefits dogs of all life stages and conditions for rehabilitation and for exercise to keep your dog fit and healthy. My Boston Terrier has back issues that cause weakness in his back legs. While he struggles just a bit to walk on land, he is a fish in the pool! The weekly swims have kept his back legs strong and have kept him walking. He looks forward to his canine swimming and Trish is always helpful to remind us of keeping his weight down and encourages us to keep exercising. I have seen so many pups rehabilitate with Trish. Whether they are elderly and keeping strong, recovering from an injury or on training exercise program, I highly recommend Cutting Edge K9 Rehab and the expertise of Trish Pennick. She is the original pup swimmer in San Diego. Give it a try, she's got two pools for you to choose from! read more

We've been working with Trish for only three weeks now and we've already seen a major change in our dog, Bro. Trish takes 30 minutes every week to swim with Bro, work with Bro, and challenge him to use his brain and his muscles. This is great exercise for our pup and it's already helping his brain condition. I highly recommend Trish with her skills and Cutting Edge K9 read more

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I literally cannot Rave any more positively about Trish at Cutting Edge K9 Rehab. I absolutely credit her with my dogs success story!!! My Dog Captain has 3 legs and got a rare condition in his only remaining back leg which required extensive surgery and rehab.... I got him in for a few visits before surgery (which I highly recommend, because then when he wasn't at his best post-surgery he was already used to the pool) and after surgery we started his official Rehab.... Trish is So competent, knowledgeable, caring and professional --- the Entire experience has been nothing but positive and nothing short of a miracle!!! No one, including his surgeon, can believe how well he (as a 3-legged pup) has recovered... And all credit is due to Trish's skills!!! He runs around like the crazy little dog he was always meant to be and I am so impressed and especially Grateful to the caring treatment he has received from Trish!!! I work at Rancho Coastal Humane Society and I am always telling people if they Ever have a need for either Rehab or Swimming experience for their dogs that they Have to go see Trish at Cutting Edge K9 Rehab. She treats everyone with the amount of care & professionalism with which she has treated my beloved Captain and that could not impress me more!!! You will Not be disappointed with Trish and her services, in fact the opposite, you will be so Very Thankful you made the decision to choose Cutting Edge K9 Rehab!!! See you at the Pool :) read more

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Trish is working with my 9 year old Australian Cattle Dog. He has a spinal tumor and we have been doing swim therapy twice weekly. She has been such a great resource for us. She has measured and fitted him for a wheelchair as well as anti knuckling booties. She has come to our home to resolve our pathetic attempts to fit him into his wheelchair! I highly recommend her for any dog who needs specialized care. I had no idea how to get the help I needed to keep my dog ambulatory and preserve his muscle tone and strength. She is an indispensable partner in his care ! read more

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I volunteered for a short time with Trish and I was so impressed with her level of care and the results I personally saw with many of the animals. It's one thing to hear how good someone is but it's another thing to see first hand, which I was fortunate enough to be able to do. She is definately someone I would use and recommend to others. read more

I'm so disappointed after my bulldog's session with Trish on Tuesday. I had really high hopes for his visit and was intending on becoming a long term client, especially since all of the other hydrotherapy providers are so far away from where I live. Trish was cold, unapproachable, and barely said hello to my little guy (or me), nor did she make any effort to get acquainted with him so that he would feel comfortable working with her, which any person who has or works with animals knows it of utmost importance. Furthermore, SHE DIDN"T EVEN GET IN THE WATER WITH HIM! She strapped on a life vest with a leash attached and drug him with the leash into the pool while he clawed at the concrete for dear life. She gave no information and asked no questions about why I brought him. It was the strangest experience meeting someone (who provides a service) and having them say nearly nothing to you except for "so when do you want to come back?". My dog had never been to any kind of swim or water therapy before, and not knowing anything about it (or getting any info or feedback from her), I asked if his session was how it normally goes. Her blunt response-"What do you mean? He went in the water and swam, didn't he?". I actually had to backpedal to get her to quit being defensive so I could get a straight answer without the horrid attitude. I was shocked at my experience, I find it so hard to believe that she has any return clients. The session I went to was in her backyard, and the few words she did say to me were about her dogs that were in the backyard as well, one of which kept interfering with my dog and me while we were trying to figure out what was going on. It honestly felt like she doesn't care about her reputation because she knows she is the only person that does what she does around here, so she just sits back and collects money (and a lot of it!). Horrible, horrible experience. I left wanting to cry because I was so upset about what happened and knowing how important swim therapy is for my bulldog's long term health but not having any other place to go. Since then, I've found another provider that my dog just loves, and I will happily be making the drive to Oceanside from downtown San Diego every week so he can swim there. read more

I rescued a 6 year old male Rottweiler in July, 2016. He was 93 pounds and had apparently been couped up in a small room since he was a puppy. Reportedly he was only used for breeding. Initially he was weak, unable to walk well. Basically he did a 'grasping/breast stroke.' With Trish's help... after about 7 sessions, he was swimming and stroking powerfully and now has a free flowing normal gait and even a 'spring in his step.' I am so very grateful for the help, courtesy and guidance we have consistently received from Trish. I strongly encourage water work with Trish for anyone who has a dog with gait or motion problems. read more

Trish has been helping my friends dogs for years. She has helped with chronic neurologic problems, post-operative recovery, and chronic pain management. I am now bringing my own dog to her, as his hips are finally getting to him. Trish was great on our first visit. She was very knowledgable of his disease. She was very slow with him, getting him used to the pool. It is obvious that she is a very caring person, who dedicates her life to the improvement of animal quality of life. I will repost later, after some more appointments. read more

Our Golden could hardly walk due to hip dysplasia and a toenail removal. We saw marked improvement after just four sessions in the pool. He's back to normal much to the surprise of our vet. Trish's knowledge of human anatomy combined with 19 years of canine experience saved our Sam. We are very thankful that we found her. read more

Trish is all about the dogs. She comes in, gets what info she needs from you, and then gets to work. Baby boy is making good progress from a pretty severe stroke. I believe he'll walk again soon, and I'll be grateful to Trish for her knowledge, expertise and commitment to his recovery 6 days per week even if he doesn't. ...BUT HE WILL read more

Trish has helped 4 of my dogs live pain free, healthier, longer lives since my vet referred her in 2000. She is warm, caring, professional and extremely knowledgeable . I have agility and flyball performance digs who swim with her weekly for non weight bearing muscle conditioning . The pool is always heated, so they swim with comfort. Ii recommend her unconditionally! read more

My wife and I were referred to Trish Pennick and Cutting Edge K9 Rehab by our vet, Dr. Scott Carhart, in 2000 after our dog had two ACL surgeries and was in the recovery process. Trish was very hands on with her P/T for our dog and in a short time she started to recover from her injuries. Over time, we continued to take her for visits 3-4 times a month to maintain her health and deal with arthritis. In the Spring of 2006 Trish noticed a growth in our dog's nose, which turned out to be cancerous. We were fortunate that at age 8, she came through this surgery and continued a very happy and healthy life. Our dog ended up living to be 14 1/2 years old and continued to swim with Trish only 10 days before she passed away on 11/27. My wife and I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND TRISH AND CUTTING EDGE K-9. She has a true talent and gift that is a blessing to all dogs she encounters and their lucky owners as well. read more

Absolutely the BEST thing I could have done for my dog! We have a 10 month old Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever named Luna who fell into our pool at 3 months and was very fearful of the water, both in the pool and at Fiesta Island. And tollers are water dogs! On a recommendation from Luna's breeder, we went to Trish for "swim lessons." Trish was able to break through Luna's fear of water by a good command of the dog, encouraging words, and participation from me. After only 4 lessons, Luna was on her way - and then last week, at Fiesta Island, my little toller went after a ball in the water and hasn't looked back since! She is safe in our pool, understands the commands of when to get in and out of the water (well, okay, i need to work on that a bit). But she is loving swimming and we are loving her swimming! Thank you, Trish! I am forever grateful! read more