In/On the Water

What Is The Best Swimming Pool for Small Dogs (Keeping Fido Cool)

You’re not the only one who gets hot and sweaty in the summer heat. Your little dog does too. So why not treat your dog to a swimming pool all their own to cool down in the scorching heat? It’s...

Dog-Friendly Places To Swim (Beaches, Lakes and Pools)

If you want to take your four-legged best friend out for a fun swimming adventure, then we’ve got the information you’ll need to help you figure out where you can go on your fun outing. There...

Is Swimming in Salt Water Bad for Dogs?

My little dog Max used to love love LOVE the beach. He would race across the sand, stop at the water's edge. Then he would look back at me and ask (silently) "Can I go in mom? Can I, huh?" Without...

Are Dogs Natural Swimmers?

I went to a doggie beach last week. I observed a variety of dogs. Most were just splashing about in the water that wasn't too deep for them. Fewer dogs were paddling in deeper water. One or two dogs...

How Long Should a Dog Swim For a Good Workout?

Now some dogs love water and some don’t. My little Max loved paddling in the water. But my other dogs, Lucy and Latte, could not stand getting their paws wet! Swimming kept Max nice...

Can German Shepherds Swim?

You know that your German Shepherd needs exercise and lots of it. Just like humans, dogs love it when you change up their exercise routine. Have you thought about relacing going for a walk with...