Water Safety for Dogs

Water Safety for Dogs

Many people love their dogs and take them with them everywhere they go. People who enjoy boating and want to take their dog with them should seriously consider purchasing a water life jacket for their dog. If you are like me, your dogs are just as important to you as your children. You would never let your small child near deep water without a life jacket on, and then the same should be said for your dog wearing a life jacket too.

Dog life jackets look like a waterproof dog coat, and allow your dog all of the freedom of movement that a regular dog coat allows them, so they can swim, or ride your jet ski or partake in whatever water activity you both enjoy. Dog life jackets also have a handle built in on the dogs back so that you can grab hold of it and pull your dog out of the water in an emergency.

A life jacket for your dog could very well save his or her life, and I would recommend that all dogs wear one when at the beach, lake or near deep water. Many dogs become distracted easily and this can create problems if they are on a boat or even a wharf, pier or jetty. They can be distracted by birds, other boats, surfers and any number of things that can cause them to accidently fall off the boat or pier. If that happens and they have a life jacket on, then you will be able to bring them to safety easier and faster or it will give them a better chance to swim to safety.

Dogs that love water also love to play in it and can get very excited while playing in or around it. Many dogs have drowned when playing in the water with a ball or some other item in their mouth. If they are preoccupied with the game and playing with you, they can end up getting into trouble because they get too tired. A tired dog can very easily fall victim to a strong current or a rip tide.

Wearing a dog life jacket will give you the time you may need to rescue your dog from a current or rip tide, or allow him to remain afloat to ride the tide back to shore. You can get a good dog life jacket by searching the internet for such items or you can even order one special from your local pet store if they do not already carry them in stock. Dog life jackets are available in sizes to fit all dogs.