About Us

Meet Duska

A Passion for Helping Dogs Thrive

My journey into dog sports began in 2005 when I enrolled in classes with my seven-month-old Jack Russell Terrier. What started as a way to learn new skills quickly became something much more. I was amazed by what I could teach my dogs, how much I was learning from them, and the bond we developed along the way.

Before long, we were competing in local agility trials and traveling together on weekends. Those adventures gave me a deeper understanding of canine confidence, conditioning, and the importance of working with each dog as an individual.

That experience showed me just how much dogs can accomplish when they are given the right encouragement, environment, and opportunities to succeed.

The Inspiration

An Idea Begins to Take Shape

When the AKC Agility Nationals came to Harrisburg, I watched dogs happily playing in a small pool set up by one of the vendors.

I started imagining a place where dogs could swim for conditioning, confidence, exercise or simply the joy of being in the water—without being limited by Pennsylvania’s changing seasons.

The idea stayed with me, waiting for the right dog and the right opportunity to bring it to life.

Our Story

The Little Dog Who Inspired a Big Idea

When JR, our third Jack Russell, arrived at R-Horizon Farm in May 2018, it didn’t take long to discover his love of the water.

That summer, JR’s passion for swimming grew from a small inflatable pool to a water trough and eventually a larger backyard pool. But every fall brought the same disappointment when colder weather meant his swimming season had to end.

In the fall of 2020, a retired farm building became available. Inspired by JR, and a long-held vision of providing year-round swimming, we transformed the space into something special—and Soggie Doggie was born.

Our Story

The Little Dog Who Inspired a Big Idea

When JR, our third Jack Russell, arrived at R-Horizon Farm in May 2018, it didn’t take long to discover his love of the water.

That summer, JR’s passion for swimming grew from a small inflatable pool to a water trough and eventually a larger backyard pool. But every fall brought the same disappointment when colder weather meant his swimming season had to end.

In the fall of 2020, a retired farm building became available. Inspired by JR, and a long-held vision of providing year-round swimming, we transformed the space into something special—and Soggie Doggie was born.

Year-Round Indoor Swimming

Our enclosed, temperature-controlled facility features a heated 12-by-27-foot pool, allowing dogs to enjoy swimming and exercise in every season.

Private, Comfortable Sessions

Private rental times give you and your dog space to swim, learn and play at your own pace.

Designed With Dogs in Mind

The facility includes an observation deck, warm-water rinse station and a fenced half-acre outdoor area for additional playtime and drying after a swim.

Why Soggie Doggie?

A Better Way for Dogs to Exercise, Learn and Play

Soggie Doggie gives dogs a safe, comfortable place to enjoy the water. Whether your dog is building confidence, improving mobility, staying in shape or simply having fun, every visit is designed around a positive swimming experience.