I like to exercise my canine by throwing a disc to him in the lake at my neighborhood park. Is this a good form of exercise?
Water training can be a great form of low-impact conditioning for canines that love to swim. If your local park authority permits this type of activity, there are a few things you need to keep in mind.
- First, make sure that there are no underwater obstructions such as rocks, broken glass, or alligators, etc., that can injure your pet.
- Remember to give your canine drinking water from time-to-time, because a dog can become dehydrated even while swimming in freshwater.
- Discourage your canine from drinking pond or river water that may contain contaminants such as fertilizer, pesticides, or harmful bacteria.
- Finally, be sure to keep your pet focused on the disc and keep him from interfering with waterfowl or other pond residents.
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