Taking your dog to the beach

Tips for taking your dog to the beach

Along summer many of us are excited to bring our dogs to the beach! Whether your favorite beach is around east or west coast or by a lake, read on these tips before taking your dog to the beach.

• Be sure you choose a dog-friendly beach spot.
• Teach your dog to swim.
• Look for fresh water and shade.
• Try to find a calm water area far from long waves, boats, boards, or jet skis that could scare your dog.
• Do you best to limit drinking salt water and encourage hydrating with fresh water.
• Think of using sunscreen made for pets because dogs can burn too. Focus on the ears and nose.
• Be mindful of over-exercising.
• Keep a look out for broken glass, rocks, coral or garbage.
• Be sure you rinse off your dog’s coat to rid them of any sand, salt, and beach germs.

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