Summer is one of the best times for you and your dog to spend some good time outdoors. It's also the season that can be dangerous to dogs. In order to keep your pets safe, you will need to learn about the possible dangers.
Not all dogs can swim. In a perfect world, you hope that your dog will jump in the water and naturally know what to do. While some dogs(especially dogs like Labradors and Golden Retrievers) may naturally know how to swim，many others do not. There are many dogs who fear the water and refuse to learn to swim. You should never force a dog into the water.
Watch what your dog drinks. Most dogs will gladly drink the water in which they are swimming. This can bring a serious problem depending on the kind of water. Pool chemicalsare very dangerous and not healthy. Lake and river water may seeminnocuous, but may have parasites. It is more possible to find parasites in standing water than in running water.
Dogs can get sunburned, too. Dogs with lighter hair, short hair or pink noses are in greater danger. But even long-haired dogs can get sunburned noses. Water reflects light, so it is more possible to get sunburned around water. Make sure that your dog is not always in the sun while swimming.
