Solon Businesses Strengthen Health and Wellness for Residents and Pets

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Businesses Highlighted by the City

As Mayor Edward H. Kraus and council members reflected on Solon’s direction—touching on diversity, community service, trail investments, and voter support for Issue 33—officials also noted the role of local businesses in strengthening Solon’s appeal as both a place to live and to work.

Two of the businesses highlighted by the city in recent communications and discussions around the meeting are:

• MaxStrength Fitness – A new trainer‑guided strength training studio now open in Solon.
• AcutePet Urgent Care – A pet urgent care clinic preparing to open in the city.

MaxStrength Fitness Opens in Solon – website

MaxStrength Fitness has opened a new studio in Solon, bringing an appointment‑based, trainer‑guided strength program to the community. The studio focuses on efficient strength training sessions that are designed to be completed in a short amount of time while still delivering a challenging workout.

The Solon location offers:

• One‑on‑one or small, supervised sessions with trainers
• A controlled studio environment rather than a large, open gym floor
• A program built around strength, function, and long‑term health, not just aesthetics

MaxStrength’s model is aimed at people who want structure and accountability without spending hours at the gym. That includes:

• Busy professionals who need predictable, scheduled workouts
• Older adults who want to maintain strength, independence, and balance
• Residents who are new to strength training and prefer guided instruction in a quieter space

By focusing on strength and consistency, the studio emphasizes benefits that extend beyond the workout itself—such as better mobility, reduced risk of injury, and improved day‑to‑day function.

AcutePet Urgent Care Coming to Solon – website

Not far away, AcutePet Urgent Care is preparing to open a new location in Solon, giving local families another option when a pet needs care that cannot wait for a routine appointment—but may not require a full emergency hospital visit.

AcutePet’s urgent care model is designed to fill the gap between a regular veterinary clinic and a 24‑hour emergency facility. The Solon location is expected to focus on:

• Non‑life‑threatening emergencies such as minor injuries, limping, cuts, or skin issues
• Sudden illness including vomiting, diarrhea, or loss of appetite
• Ear, eye, and minor respiratory concerns that should be seen promptly
• Situations where a pet clearly needs attention, but the family’s primary veterinarian is closed or fully booked

For many pet owners, this type of urgent care can reduce stress by offering:

• More flexible hours than a typical daytime clinic
• The ability to be seen when an issue develops after work or on weekends
• A less intense environment than a full emergency hospital, when appropriate

By locating in Solon, AcutePet will give residents a closer option for urgent pet visits, potentially cutting down on travel time and making it easier to seek care sooner.

A Broader View of Community Wellness

Together, MaxStrength Fitness and AcutePet Urgent Care reflect a broader definition of wellness in Solon—one that includes both human health and the well‑being of the animals many families consider part of their household.

• MaxStrength supports residents who want to stay active, strong, and independent at every age.
• AcutePet will support pets’ health and comfort, and by extension the peace of mind of the people who care for them.

As these businesses establish themselves in the city, they add to the mix of local services that help make Solon a community where residents and their pets can access specialized care without leaving town.

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