Bring p lenty of water.
Summer is upon us, and as the weather heats up, many people head to the beach to cool off. You can have an incredible beach day with your canine companio naslongasyoudoa litt leextraplanning.
To h elpo wners have the best beach experience possible with their dogs, the American Kennel Club offers the following safety tips: Be sure to bring plenty of fresh water for your dog to keep him from drinking the ocean water. The high sodium content of ocean wateralongwit h other con- taminants can be harmful to your dog’s health. Having fresh water on hand will keep him hydrated and decrea sehisc han cesofgett ingsick.
Provide shade.
If you plantobeatt he beach for an extended per iodoftime, be sure to have an umbrella with you. This will ensure that your dog has a place to get out of the sun and rest.
Dogs that are hairless or have a shortorligh t-colored coat are especially vulnerable tothesun.It is always wise to apply a dog-friendly sunblock to make sure your
Apply sunscreen.
four-legged-friend is protected from the sun’s harmful rays.
Rinse off your dog after play.
Rinse your dog off as soon as he is done playing. Your dog may love to roll around in the sand at the beach, but the s andandsaltwater can irritate him. Rinsing him off sooner rather than later can help avoid rashes on your pup.
For more tips on dog ownershi p,visittheAKCa tw ww. akc.org.