Founded by local resident Trish Penick, Cutting Edge K9 Rehab offers an unparalleled environment for complete swim therapy utilizing lap swimming, fetching, an underwater treadmill, and swim buddies for extra motivation. Swimming allows injured dogs to increase strength and regain lost range of motion without the pain experienced on land. Penick notes that in some cases, “We carry them in on stretchers, unable to move their legs, and as soon as we get them in the pool — they begin to move their legs!” The biggest reward? “Giving quality of life to our canine friends where it might not otherwise be available.” (619/227-7802, www.cuttingedgek9.com) MIA STEFANKO
