With the arrival of summer, many obstacles arise when it comes to taking pets for a walk , due to the high temperatures and the limited spaces allowed for it.
The mountain and the pipicans seem to fall short when we get used to expanding borders in a time when travel is the order of the day. Therefore, looking for a place where the furry are the protagonists, there are no restrictions and the heat does not wreak havoc on them , becomes a priority task.
In recent years, pools for pets have become a tourist attraction that is gaining more and more followers and seem to become a solution to appease the heat. We find everything from water parks aimed entirely at the use and enjoyment of furry animals, such as Aqua Park Canino (La Roca del Vallès, Barcelona) or Campus Perruno (Brunete, Madrid) , to pools that perform their particular pooch plunge , a kind of end of summer party that takes place on the last day of the season, and that makes them pet friendly .
Advice
If you want to make your dog participate in one of the most demanding activities in which water, exercise and the relationship with other furry are the main elements, it is important to bear in mind that their relationship with water is not the same as that we humans have.
– Vaccination . Pools are a major source of bacteria. In addition, it must be taken into account that there will be many more furry in the same facilities and the probability of contagion of diseases increases . For this reason, it is usually very normal that in this type of facility it is mandatory to show the pet’s vaccination card .
– The sun, an element to take into account. In the same way that it happens to humans, ultraviolet rays are very harmful to dogs . Taking care of your skin by applying the right product to them and avoiding prolonged exposure will help protect them.
– Adaptation . Each furry will need some time to adapt to the aquatic space and there will even be some who decide not to touch a drop of water. Respecting their decisions and not forcing them to do so will be the most correct attitude . The Newfoundland, Golden Retriever, Spanish Water Dog, Portuguese Water Dog, Nova Scotia Retriever, and Labrador Retriever are the breeds that enjoy the water the most, while pugs, greyhounds, and English and French bulldogs the least.
– An accessible exit and entrance . To make them feel more comfortable it is very important to show them the entrance and exit of the pool. In most cases, pet friendly pools are usually easily accessible since they have a ramp . If they know where the entrance and exit are, they will feel much more secure and free to decide when to enter and exit.
– It is advisable to avoid feeding them while they are taking a dip , since it can cause vomiting and will make it difficult for them to digest. Feeding them after bathing will serve as a reward for being good and brave.
– Jerks or cramps can be common during your aquatic activity . So never leaving them alone or doing it on a leash can save their lives.
– Take care of their ears . Heat and humidity become perfect allies to favor the development of fungi and bacteria in this cavity. Once the day is over, remember to dry your furry’s ears well .
– And then? Going to the pool with your pet does not end the moment you walk out the door of the enclosure. Once at home, a shower with fresh water will be necessary to remove the chlorine and then dry it well to prevent the proliferation of fungi.
