Water can be a wonderful source of enrichment, exercise, and enjoyment for dogs — but only when safety is properly understood and managed.
Dive in Safely: A Guide to Water Safety for Dogs is an evidence-informed, owner-friendly resource designed to help dog owners better understand water-related risks and feel more confident supporting safe, positive water experiences.
This guide explores key water safety considerations for dogs of all ages and abilities, including confidence, supervision, environment, and individual limitations. Rather than overwhelming you with rules or technical instruction, it focuses on helping owners recognise potential hazards, understand how dogs interact with water differently, and make informed decisions around swimming and water play.
Written in clear, practical language, this resource is suitable whether your dog is new to water, regularly swims, participates in hydrotherapy, or spends time around pools, beaches, rivers, or lakes.
This guide forms part of the Water Walkies Education Guides — a collection of evidence-informed resources created to support informed, confident care decisions for dogs at all life stages.
For dogs requiring additional support or structured water-based activity, this guide may be used alongside a professional assessment through our Integrated Wellness Pathway or complementary rehabilitation services.
Format: Digital download (PDF)
Access: Instant download after purchase
This guide is designed to educate and empower pet owners and does not replace professional supervision or veterinary advice.
Water can be a wonderful source of enrichment, exercise, and enjoyment for dogs — but only when safety is properly understood and managed.
Dive in Safely: A Guide to Water Safety for Dogs is an evidence-informed, owner-friendly resource designed to help dog owners better understand water-related risks and feel more confident supporting safe, positive water experiences.
This guide explores key water safety considerations for dogs of all ages and abilities, including confidence, supervision, environment, and individual limitations. Rather than overwhelming you with rules or technical instruction, it focuses on helping owners recognise potential hazards, understand how dogs interact with water differently, and make informed decisions around swimming and water play.
Written in clear, practical language, this resource is suitable whether your dog is new to water, regularly swims, participates in hydrotherapy, or spends time around pools, beaches, rivers, or lakes.
This guide forms part of the Water Walkies Education Guides — a collection of evidence-informed resources created to support informed, confident care decisions for dogs at all life stages.
For dogs requiring additional support or structured water-based activity, this guide may be used alongside a professional assessment through our Integrated Wellness Pathway or complementary rehabilitation services.
Format: Digital download (PDF)
Access: Instant download after purchase
This guide is designed to educate and empower pet owners and does not replace professional supervision or veterinary advice.
