Friends who raise dogs should know that most dogs are talented at swimming. This is a skill they are born with. However, some dogs are more afraid of water and are very conflicted about deep water situations. Therefore, pet owners should find ways to overcome their dogs’ fear of water. Today, the editor will talk about the things that dogs should pay attention to when swimming. Let’s take a look at them below.
1. Prepare good equipment
Swimming is relatively easy to absorb bacteria, and owners must do a good job of cleaning after swimming. Therefore, before taking your dog to swim, it is best to prepare sufficient equipment, including strong absorbent towels, anti-allergic and anti-parasitic prescriptions, adequate dog food and drinking water. After swimming, the dog must remember to take a bath, wash the whole body with clean water, and wipe the whole body with Bomen's dry cleaner when necessary to prevent the infection of germs and parasites. If you go swimming in sea water, you should remember to take a bath, because there are factors in sea water that are not good for your dog’s skin. If the dog develops allergies or rashes after swimming, it needs to be taken to the doctor.
2. Observe the dog’s reaction
Although dogs have the instinct to swim, However, some dogs may be a little nervous at the beginning because they have never been in the water. As long as you are patient and careful enough, you can learn to swim. Some types of dogs are particularly good at water, such as Labradors. If you wear them once or twice, they will automatically become addicted. However, some dogs have emotional shadows and are afraid of water, so owners should pay special attention to it. Many dogs will only splash a few times when they enter the water for the first time. This is actually an emotional need of dogs. It is important for pets to understand whether their dog likes water or is afraid of water. Only after the dog truly learns to swim can it be allowed to move freely, but the owner insists on taking full care of it to prevent accidents. Every dog wants to play in the water with its owner. The owner can adjust the swimming frequency according to the dog's physical condition. It is very beneficial to go once or twice a week.
3. Choose a suitable time and place
Regarding the choice of place, it is recommended not to go deep or dirty. Sometimes, some owners will take their dogs to swim in places with deep and wide water. This method is quite dangerous. The best places are swimming pools in some professional training grounds, where the water level and water quality are quite suitable. You must pay attention to your pet dog and don't let it run into the deep water accidentally. It is best to tie a chest and back traction rope for it to facilitate immediate rescue when danger occurs. There is also time. Although swimming can relieve the heat, not all time periods are suitable for swimming with dogs. For example, you should not take your dog out at noon, because the sun is too hot and may cause burns to your dog. In addition, if you go swimming at noon, the possibility of heatstroke will be greater. It is best to go after the sun goes down in the afternoon. Only at this time can it best achieve the effect of relieving summer heat and relieving fatigue.
4. Be calm in unexpected situations
You will inevitably encounter some unexpected situations when swimming. For example, if you do not warm up thoroughly, you may Cramps occur. Once you notice that it is twitching, you should quickly carry it to the beach. There is no need to worry too much about dog cramps. Generally, they will recover on their own after landing. However, if symptoms such as cramps and foaming occur frequently in the future, you should pay attention to whether there are other problems.
The above is Things to pay attention to when dogs are swimming. The editor advises that owners should pay attention to the condition of dogs when swimming. Each dog’s physical strength is different. If there is obvious fatigue, it will Don't let it continue to swim tiredly.
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