​By booking a swim session with Canine Retreat, you agree to the following terms and conditions:
1. Eligibility
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All dogs must be up-to-date with core vaccinations (including parvovirus, distemper, and canine hepatitis).
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Dogs showing signs of illness (vomiting, diarrhea, kennel cough, etc.) must not attend and may be turned away at the door.
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Aggressive or reactive dogs must be disclosed in advance. We reserve the right to refuse service if safety is a concern.
2. Owner Responsibility
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Owners must supervise their dog(s) at all times unless otherwise stated by staff.
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You are responsible for your dog’s behavior, welfare, and safety during their time at our facility.
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Any mess made by your dog must be cleaned up immediately using the provided facilities.
3. Health & Safety
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Dogs swim at their own risk. While every precaution is taken to provide a safe environment, swimming can be physically demanding.
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Please consult with your vet before booking if your dog has any medical condition, injury, or is pregnant.
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For senior or physically limited dogs, sessions may be adapted, but risk cannot be fully eliminated.
4. Pool Rules
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No food or treats in or near the pool.
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Owners may swim with their dogs but must make us aware upon booking.
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Dogs must be rinsed off before entering the pool if visibly muddy or dirty.
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Dogs must not be forced into the pool. We promote positive, stress-free experiences only.
5. Bookings, Cancellations & Refunds
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Sessions must be booked in advance.
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Cancellations require at least 24 hours’ notice. Cancellations within 24 hours are non-refundable.
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Late arrivals may result in shortened sessions with no refund.
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No-shows are charged at full price.
6. Photography & Media
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We may take photos or videos during sessions for marketing purposes. Please let us know in advance if you prefer your dog not be photographed.
7. Damage & Liability
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We are not liable for injury, loss, or damage unless caused by proven negligence.
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You are financially responsible for any damage your dog causes to the premises or equipment.
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We accept no liability for injury or damage caused by your dog to another dog, person, or property while using our facilities.
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You remain solely responsible for your dog’s behaviour and any consequences thereof.
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We do not provide insurance cover for incidents involving your dog. It is your responsibility to ensure you have adequate third-party liability insurance in place.
8. Acceptance of Risk
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By attending a session, you acknowledge that swimming and physical activity carry inherent risks, and you accept full responsibility for your dog’s participation.
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You voluntarily accept full responsibility for your dog’s participation and agree that you assume all associated risks
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We accept no liability for any injury, illness, stress, or death of your dog arising from participation, unless caused by our proven negligence.
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You understand and agree that while we take all reasonable precautions to ensure safety, it is your responsibility to determine whether your dog is fit and suitable to participate.
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You release us from any liability arising from incidents involving your dog during or after their use of our facilities, to the fullest extent permitted by UK law.