Can your dog swim in the pool?
Dogs love water! If you have a pool, chances are your dog will want to swim. Should you let him? The short answer is that since your pool is chemically balanced then there is absolutely no problem. Below you will find some tips that will make swimming with your dog in the pool safer for both your four-legged friend and the whole family.
Tip #1: Keep your pool balanced
Dogs carry a large organic load in the pool. In many ways, dogs are much like humans – too much chlorine and pH in the water can cause skin irritation and red eyes. However, there are other concerns. The eyes, nose and ears are much more sensitive to the effects of chlorine. To take care of your dog’s health, it is a good idea to keep the chemical values at the desired levels. Free chlorine should be around 2.0 ppm, pH around 7.5 and alkalinity around 100 to ensure that the pool is suitable for your dog. You can get the various OXYGON test kit so you can easily and quickly check the prices of chemicals in your pool. And consult our guide for the right one
Tip #2: Provide fresh drinking water
If you let them out, dogs often treat the pool like a large container of water. Chlorinated water (typically not dangerous) can cause temporary health problems if consumed in large quantities. Provide a better alternative by providing a container of clean water by the pool. Train your dog to drink water from the container and not the pool.
Tip #3: Use pool toys
Swimming is good physical exercise for our four-legged friends. Some dogs have an innate ability to swim, while others need a little encouragement. A good idea is to use different toys in the yard and different toys in the pool.
Tip #4: How to easily get the dog out of the pool?
It is easier for a dog to get into the pool than to get out. There are a number of ways to make it easier for dogs to get out of the pool. If the pool does not have steps to help the dog, there is a special ladder - ramp that facilitates the exit. Just train the dog to use it. It would also help to place a plant or other marker to help the dog remember the spot.
Tip #5: Rinse your dog thoroughly after swimming
Pool chemicals can cause additional irritation if they dry out. Take the time to rinse them with clean water and dry your dog's ears with a towel. This is to reduce itching and ear infections.
