Dog Safe

Boating With Your Dog – Safety

Do you always take your dog with you wherever you go?For lots of dog owners, their dogs go where they go, whether on their motorcycle, in their tent, or of course, on their boat, because their dog is a part of their family. Boating with your dog seems , at face value, a safe and amusing activity however, it can be quite dangerous for your dog. Practice these dog safety tips while boating.

It is indispensable to have life jackets. The sad truth is that many dogs drown each when they shouldn’t have, although this may seem like an obvious statement. As much as our beloved dogs love to please us, they can’t tell us when they’re getting fatigued, and might not say anything even if they could. A well fitting life jacket could make the difference between life and death.

A dog’s life jacket comes in every imaginable size, from Great Dane size down to tiny toy dog size. Be sure at least two clasps go around your dog’s torso and at least one around the neck so the jacket will stay snug. It is also helpful to have handles on the back for extracting your dog back into the boat.

Make sure your dog likes the water and can swim. Contrary to common belief , many dogs cannot swim. Did you ever see a bulldog in the water? They sink like a brick. There are many other breeds that can’t swim, and some don’t favor being in water.

Introduce the idea of boating to your dog gradually. Moving boats can be disconcerting to a dog, and besides, they might not want to wear a life jacket. Give them a treat and have them wear the life jacket at home before you introduce them to the boat. Don’t leave the shore the first time on the boat with your dog. Let them get used to the motion of the boat on the water and just let them run around on board.

Take plenty of fresh water. The sun and the fresh air, not to mention the exercise, will make your dog thirsty. Make sure you have plenty of clean water and discourage your dog from drinking from the lake. Blue Green Algae is poisonous to dogs and many waters are polluted and dangerous to your dog.

Make sure to notice the temperature of the water and the temperature of the air. Canines can become hypothermic just like humans and if their body temperature becomes too low, they can die from hypothermia. Air temperature can be too cold , but just as well, it can be too hot. Make sure your dogs have a place to avoid the sun’s strong rays since some dogs can sunburn. Sunscreen should be put on if your dog has short hair and light skin.

Consider a few other safety issues about boating with your dog

Have you pondered where your dog will go to the bathroom? If youre not going to be going back and forth to the shore, make sure your dog has a designated spot on the boat to go to the bathroom. And just in case, be sure you carry a first aid kit for your dog. Last, be sure your dog stays out of the path of other boats or watercraft. It is not worth the chance, although a brightly colored PFD may help other boats notice your dog in the water.

It is possible to take your dog with you when youre on your boat. Making sure your pooch is cosy on the boat and water just requires a few safeguards, a little extra time and a bit of planning. You can maintain your dog’s safety while boating. Have a wonderful time!

Training Dog Obedience

bully sticks for dogs safe for dogs