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Water4Dogs What animal lover hasn't daydreamed about ditching their desk job and applying for a job at the zoo? Or at a doggy daycare? Or tracking gorillas in Africa? We sure have, but since most of us may never actually get to work with the animals we love, we thought we'd introduce you to a few people who do. Name: Jean Marie Cooper Age: 39 Job Title: Manager and Rehabilitation Coordinator at Water4Dogs, New York City's only pool for dogs. How did you get into aquatic therapy for dogs? I thought that because I wasn't a vet, I couldn't have a career with animals. Then I heard of animal massage and enrolled in massage school for humans to learn more. When the first canine pool in New ...

Andrea Metcalf Both you and your pooch love playing at the park, but you can use the time for more than just hanging out with your dog. The park is a great spot for strength training. It only takes a little planning. We talked to some pet people and fitness experts to get the lowdown on how to involve your best buddy in your workouts. Before You Exercise "Remember to stretch out, and that goes for your dog too," says certified professional dog trainer Sarah Westcott of the Doggie Academy in New York. "Teach your dog how to bow for a great downward-dog-type stretch. Use a treat to lure your dog's head up and back to stretch his chest, then all the way around to his rump from either side ...