Domino, a 4+ month old border collie / spitz mix was born without kneecaps. He is SO adorable and such a loving, sweet boy.

Rocky’s Retreat is pleased to announce that our canine health and fitness study is underway! We now have 2 dogs in the study! Only 98 to go!!!

Today, for many of us, our dogs are our family, our furry children. They are more dependent on us than their 2-legged non-furry counterparts and we want them to grow, flourish and live a wonderfully long and happy life. I’ve heard people use the words “Pet Parent” and “pet owner” interchangeably. While they may seem like the same thing, in our view, they’re not. So what is the difference between a Pet Parent and a pet owner? Here’s a few examples!

Rocky’s Retreat is pleased to announce the official launch of our landmark study to improve the health and fitness of dogs.

When you child is in pain, there’s no mistaking it – you know it. But what about your dog? How do you know when your dog is in pain?

According to an article in USA Today, health experts predict that obesity rates will increase to around 42% by 2030, up from 36% in 2010. That’s 32 million people!

This is the story of Tanner, a blind golden retriever who also suffers from epilepsy. He wound up in an animal hospital in Tulsa OK. Things weren’t good until another dog named Blair came in after being found homeless and shot. One day they were put in the exercise yard together and Blair realized that Tanner was blind and started helping him out.

Beginning May 5th ,we are hosting our Mommie and Me fundraiser for breast cancer research and support. You can get a massage or reflexology session and your dog (if you chose to bring him or her) can experience either a massage or swim session.

The effleurage massage stroke is very versatile, and it’s a great stroke to use to calm a dog.

I’m often asked why I wanted to go through the time, frustration, and huge expense to build Rocky’s Retreat Canine Health & Fitness Center.

We are the only Orlando dog boarding and Orlando doggie day care center that has an indoor heated pool for dogs. See it for yourself by scheduling a tour!

Rocky's Retreat | 2826 Shader Rd. Orlando FL 32808 | info@rockysretreat.com | (407) 295-3888