 After swimming?
#147769 - 07/10/2007 10:50 AM |
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I have read that you shouldn’t leave an all-wet dog outside in the heat because of hair trapping and warming the moisture, etc., and I have also read that you should not take an all-wet dog into an air-conditioned house.
The obvious solution would be to let the dog lie under a shade tree for 6 hours until he dried off, but I was wondering what all of you do after your dogs have been swimming. I don’t have a pool, but they do get hosed off regularly.
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#147794 - 07/10/2007 12:36 PM |
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I wipe our pup down with a towel, as much as I can. Since he likes towels (to chew/to dominate), sometimes it is a challenge. Many times I give him one to chew on after I've done his face, ears, neck & front paws, then I'll grab the 2nd towel for his hind end and belly.
If we're at a grassy area, he will attempt to dry himself on the grass, and I'll let him do that 1st.
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#147847 - 07/10/2007 04:40 PM |
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We have part of the house that isn't air conditioned and instead has a box fan. I just let the dogs take a snooze in front of it and it's been fine so far.
And unless your air conditioner is very chilly, I don't think it's that big of a deal. His body temp should already be cool after a swim so as long as it isn't a drastic difference in temp he should be fine, I would think.
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#147862 - 07/10/2007 05:23 PM |
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I've read on this board about the heat trapping effect of an all wet dog, and the possibility of overheating. However, have never read or heard anything about the a/c and wet dog...what are the effects of this?
My current pup just had a whirlwind event with the garden hose and was soaked outside, seems to be a daily occurance now that he's "found his calling". I let him shake off, run around for a bit, then come inside to, yes, A/C. Are there symptoms or long term effects I need to watch for (aside from my nostrils having to smell wet dog)? Seriously...
I've had 2 other dogs in 20 years, every summer have taken them swimming and let them dry in the shade or windy car ride home. Have never had a problem.
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#147866 - 07/10/2007 06:22 PM |
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Michele,
To go from very hot temps to very cold temps can cause temperature shock (dogs and people). Brad Martin was kind enough to explain this to me on another thread. Apparently, it's hard on the heart, but really only a real risk in people or dogs that are already compromised in some way (health problems, advanced age, etc).
Again, I wouldn't really worry about it too much. It would have to be really sharp differences in temperature for it to be a concern. That's why you don't hear about too many dogs dropping dead from "a/c-itis!" 
I think there's a much bigger risk for a dog trapping the heat in a wet coat and baking in the sun. Putting your dog in the a/c is a much less risky solution, IMO. Most a/c units aren't as cold as a refridgerator. 
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#147872 - 07/10/2007 07:06 PM |
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I have a question since you guys are discussing swimming. What's the best way to teach a dog to go in a pool? I know it's baby steps but any advise would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.
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#147880 - 07/10/2007 08:50 PM |
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I'm sure there are threads on getting a pup/dog to swim, have you tried searching it yet? IMO, getting in the water with them if they don't naturally check it out on their own is an order. Be careful teaching a dog to swim. 4 powerful legs swimming full force with claws on the ends are *tough* on human legs beneath water.
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#147884 - 07/10/2007 09:21 PM |
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I'm sure there are threads on getting a pup/dog to swim, have you tried searching it yet? IMO, getting in the water with them if they don't naturally check it out on their own is an order. Be careful teaching a dog to swim. 4 powerful legs swimming full force with claws on the ends are *tough* on human legs beneath water.
Tough on human legs... and arms, and shoulders, and everything!! I remember the first time we took Oscar swimming, he was only 5 or so months old and was hesitant to get in. We waded out up to our necks and called him and called him - FINALLY he took the plunge and started swimming out to us. We were so thrilled!! Until we realized that he wasn't going to slow down - he just went full steam ahead, into us, then OVER US! Guess he was attempting to climb out of the water by getting up on top of our heads... not pleasant when the pup weighs 55lbs or so and has 20 great toenails a'padlin toward your chest 
That said, easiest way to start is getting in the water yourself and becoming the bait - just don't go in over your head to start 
Oscar takes the plunge:
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#147922 - 07/11/2007 10:11 AM |
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All I had to do to get Carbon to check out the water was throw the Orbee ball in there. He'll do ANYTHING for that ball. Kind of handy.
It's nice at the beach (instead of a pool) because the depth increases gradually. I just threw the ball in the shallow water a few times, then starting throwing it further. Now he's plowing through waves. It's actually a great way to exercise him on those terrifically hot days, and good for his 9 month old joints!
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#148011 - 07/11/2007 06:07 PM |
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I found out yesterday just how sharp toenails can be!!!! My husband handed me a dog while I was in the pool and this is a dog who will jump in an empty bathtub, run laps around my yard in the pouring rain! She clawed me so bad I have bruises everywhere!
The pool is only four feet deep and Sunny was actually standing up with her back feet touching the pool bottom and her front claws dug into my chest. I held her by the waist and let her paddle a little bit but let her get out. After she was on the ground she ran around the pool jumping up and down like a kangaroo.
I'm still looking for a ramp for the dogs so they can get in and out without freaking out. I looked at several and all of them are really expensive. I'll keep looking.
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