water safety

Water is a great temptation for many dogs, particularly when the weather is hot and the water presents a cool oasis. Pet owners, too, love to watch their dogs swim, play, and have fun. However, keep in mind a few things before you take your dog out for a day of play on or in the water:

When enjoying the outdoors, bring extra water for your dog as well as a portable pet travel bowl.
     Bacteria and parasites are common in natural water sources, particularly stagnant water (which may contain algae, some types of which are extremely dangerous to dogs, maybe even fatal).