Some dogs, like humans, love to cool off in hot weather, and your four-legged friend may be one of them. However, the cleaning chemicals in your pool water pose a real danger to your dog.

Find out why it is advisable not to let your pet swim , what the dangers are for a dog jumping into a swimming pool , and the means available to you to prevent any risk of incidents?

What is the danger for your dog in the swimming pool?

The biggest risk for your dog when you let him swim in your pool, apart from drowning, is exposure to chemicals in your pool water, namely chlorine. In fact, when in contact with this toxic product, your pet can become poisoned, and his skin can quickly become irritated.

This is also why it is strongly advised not to let your dog drink pool water , even if you have a salt pool, because this can cause your dog to have stomach problems, dehydration, or even an increase in the sodium level in the blood.

In addition, your dog is a carrier of bacteria and dirt. By letting him swim in your pool, you run the risk of these impurities ending up in your pool water. In addition, the hair that your pet loses in the water can quickly clog your pool filter.

Finally, the danger when you let your dog swim in your pool is that it damages the polyester shell of your pool . Of course, the risks of tearing or piercing are almost zero, but it is possible that your dog's scratches leave indelible marks.

How to stop your dog from swimming in your pool?

One of the best ways to limit the dangers your dog is exposed to by jumping into your pool is to have a safety barrier installed. This way, you can control access to the pool. A cover or shelter are also particularly effective solutions against drowning, especially when you are not using your pool.

We wish you a wonderful summer with your 4-legged friend! ?

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