Practical advice to help you enjoy water safely with your dog, whether you’re planning a swim, visiting the beach or spending time around rivers, lakes and the coast.
Swimming and beach trips can be great fun for dogs, but they also bring their own risks. This section brings together practical guidance to help you make safer decisions around water, understand common hazards and enjoy days out with confidence.
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Swimming Safety
Learn how to help your dog stay safer in and around water, understand common swimming hazards and know what to look out for before letting your dog swim.
Dog Swimming Safety Guide
Discover practical advice to help your dog enjoy swimming more safely, recognise potential hazards and make informed decisions around water.
Beach Safety
Learn how to enjoy beach trips with your dog while understanding the hazards that can arise around the sea, sand and shoreline.
Dog Beach Safety: The Complete Guide
Understand common beach hazards, practical safety advice and how to help keep your dog safer during seaside visits.