Dog Safety Tips for Dog Beaches

Use a little common sense and take some precautions when taking your Weimaraner dog to the many dog friendly beaches. Then, you will both have a pleasant (and safe) day at the seashore!

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• Dog beaches require that vaccinations be current.

• Your dog must wear a collar with an ID tag. The tag should have your cell phone # and you should carry your cell phone.

• Before you take your dog to the beach, make sure that he obeys the “come” command. The last thing you want to do is lose your dog at the beach!

• Provide your pup with plenty of fresh drinking water.A collapsible dog bowl comes in quite handy at the beach. If your dog gulps any saltwater be sure to give him plenty of fresh water to compensate. Many people don't know that salt water can be fatal. People who are stranded at sea in a lifeboat, risk death—if they drink sea water! (Most dogs don't like the salty taste. But, if your Weim drinks some, give him lots of fresh water immediately.)

• Before your dog jumps into the water, check the water for stingrays or jellyfish.

• dog safety vest for swimming - When considering dog safety tips, consider getting your dog one of the great dog swimming safety vests on the market. Especially if YOU are not a strong swimmer.

  Occasionally a dog or person gets caught up in a strong undertow and taken out to sea. Even though Weimaraners are strong dogs, it’s best to be prepared...

• Apply sunscreen to dogs with short hair or light skin. Dogs can get sunburn too! Because some sunscreens can be harmful if ingested, get one that is specially designed for dogs. Apply SPF 15 or higher to the tips of the ears, bridge of the nose, inside of their legs, and underbelly.

• Avoid heatstroke. Take your dog to the beach in the morning or evening when the sun isn’t so hot. Bring a beach umbrella so your dog has a shady spot to rest in. Dog beaches can get pretty hot!

• Never force your dog into the water. Some dogs naturally dive right in. But if your pup isn’t comfortable in the water you need to take it slowly. Make sure your dog wears his doggie life vest.

• After a romp at the beach, rinse your dog off. Sand and saltwater can dry out your dogs paws and can irritate the skin. Always rinse your pup off with fresh water.

• Keep your dog from eating any junk that has washed ashore.Curiosity doesn’t only apply to cats. Countless things wash up on the shore which could be harmful to your dog.

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