How to Keep Your Dog from Drowning Unnecessarily
In North America it is estimated that there are currently 58 million dogs and 62 million cats. Unfortunately, every year thousands of these pets drown. Due to the fact that many people do not report these drownings, there is no way to know exactly how many pets actually die this way. Although, 99 % of dogs can swim, we have a false sense of security when we see our dogs running and jumping in and out of the water at the lake or our back yard pool. The reason for this is that most dogs (and a few cats) grow very tired after only swimming very short distances. When they are not able to find purchase anywhere with their paws, a debilitating panic sets in quickly, and this is what will cause them to drown. But it is more than just a problem for pets, for loving pet parents will selflessly and without hesitation dive into a frozen lake or rapidly flowing river in an attempt to rescue their animal.
What ways can we prevent our pets from drowning? Here are a few valuable tips:
1. Do not make the assumption that your dog is able to swim.
2. Keep a close eye on your dog especially if he or she is older. They cannot swim quite as long or as far as they were once able to.
3. Never toss a cat or a dog into the water. They will panic from the initial shock.
4. Obtain a canine flotation device (CFD) or a pet life jacket for your pet. Ensure that they are wearing the device whenever they are close to the water. There are many times that a pet has fallen of a dock or moving boat without anyone knowing.
5. Things like solar blankets and pool covers appear to be a solid surface for your pet. Remove them whenever possible when your pets are around the pool.
6. Fix a pet safety gate to the entrance to the pool area.
7. Be certain that your canine and feline friends cannot easily access a neighboring pool.
8. Install a pool alarm for a pond or your pool.
9. Keep your pet away from rapidly flowing water.
10. Keep your pets away from frozen lakes & rivers.
Observing your pet drown fills one with a guilt that is devastating and an event that will remain with you forever. I highly recommend that you go out and inspect your property for any water hazards. It doesn’t matter if it is winter or summer where you live. Go fix any water hazards NOW, and protect your pet from a fate of drowning. If your pet is going to be anywhere near water, make sure they are wearing a canine floatation device or pet life jacket.
Jake writes lots of articles on dog life preserver uses and about how to find new dog life jackets online.
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