Not all dogs are born to paddle, but many can learn with a bit of help and the right approach. Yet before heading for the nearest lake or pool, it’s worth knowing how to introduce your dog to the ...

Many, but not all, dogs can swim. It is best to encourage a dog to swim when it is young so it has fewer negative experiences with water. Swimming in a pool should be fun and have positive ...

The sun is blazing and your family is cooling off in your backyard pool or local lake. It seems natural to call the family dog over and encourage him to get in and swim. However, can all dogs swim? Do ...

The 10 Worst Swimming Dog Breeds, According to Vets originally appeared on Parade Pets. Every summer, we see numerous dogs come in after a near-drowning incident. Some die and we never even hear about ...

Most dogs have some level of skill in the water, but they can only swim for so long. The best dog life jackets provide your pup with support and safety in the water, while being comfortable enough to ...

These rescue dogs are having the time of their lives swimming in a pool of tennis balls, and there's a sweet reason behind it. It all starts with a dog named Everything, who died in 2014. Two years ...

A video of an adorable Mini Dachshund dog from Miami, swimming away in the air with the help of her human parent, is winning hearts on social media. On March 4, the owner of Oli, the little dog, took ...

The “Dog Days of Summer” include numerous swimming sessions for dogs of all sizes in Johnson County public pools. Courtesy photo There just might be something to that phrase “dog days of summer.” Just ...

Watching a dog struggling physically is a tear-jerking moment for every pet owner. However, some dog parents go all out to make sure their beloved fur babies don’t miss the simple joy of life because ...

ST. LOUIS — The dog days of summer are over, which means the end of the swim season at St. Louis-area pools and aquatic centers is swiftly approaching. Many pools are celebrating the end of the season ...