Swimming in a swim spa with loved ones is exciting, especially when it’s shared with our furry friends. Many dogs enjoy the leisure of being in a pool of water, and yours may even be one of them.
However, is allowing your dogs to swim actually, okay? This question has raised the discussion of pet and spa safety, which is important for you to understand if you’re a pet parent and swim spa owner, so there can be no harm to yourself, your dogs, and the swim spa.
Can Dogs Get in Swim Spas?
Let’s get straight to the point—yes, your dogs can absolutely enjoy a good splash! Beyond simple refreshment, water activities offer pets many of the same health benefits as humans—helping to improve cardiovascular health, manage weight, and even reduce stress.
However, not all breeds are natural swimmers. Larger dogs tend to take to water with ease, while smaller breeds like Bulldogs or Maltese, with their shorter legs, often struggle to stay afloat. Regardless of breed, every dog has its own comfort level and confidence when it comes to water—some will dive right in, while others may be hesitant or even anxious around it.
As a responsible pet parent, it’s essential to understand your dog’s ability and preference before introducing them to swimming. Start slow, use a pet life vest for safety, and gradually help them adjust to the water environment.
Whether you’re introducing your furry friend to a gentle splash or a fun workout, Cyclone Spas, Signature Swim Spas, Leisurerite Spas, and Urban Pool from Just Spas provide the perfect settings for both relaxation and play—for you and your four-legged companion alike.
What to Prepare When Dogs Get in a Swim Spa?
Just because it’s generally okay to take your furry friends into the swim spa with you, that doesn’t mean you can be carefree in maintaining pet and spa safety. There are significant harmful health and economic effects for yourself if you don’t consider these factors:
Extra Bather Load
Bather load is the term describing the maximum number of swimmers in the water at the same time. By inviting your dogs, there’s an addition to the bather load. A higher bather load means a longer filtration process, which means more expensive operational costs.
Dogs’ Hygiene
The cleanliness of the pet is crucial for pet and spa safety. Dogs usually roam around and have debris or dirt in their body. Not to mention their unintentional saliva or urine. Bathing them regularly and ensuring they are clean will help you maintain the hygiene of the water you’re in.
Shedded Fur
Another thing to consider is the fur that comes off from their body. A pile of fur has a chance to clog the filtration system. Ultimately, the water quality will not be ideal or the internal components of the swim spa may require a service.
Sharp Nails
Dog grooming is really that important to ensure the pet and spa safety. Related to the previous factors, don’t forget to trim the nails of your dogs so their scratches won’t damage the body of the swim spa.
What to Consider About Dogs’ Safety in Swim Spas?
Aside from the human perspective, it’s also important to see the pet and spa safety concerns from our furry friend’s perspective. There are possible conditions that may harm your dogs’ well-being and health by not swimming ideally, such as:
Cold & Heatstroke
If you place your swim spa outdoors, don’t let your dogs stay in there for too long. If you let them at night, there’s a chance they catch a cold. Meanwhile, they may get heatstroke if they stay for too long at noon.
Water Ingestion
Unlike humans who understand the negative effects of drinking non-potable water, dogs tend to just enjoy the water that goes through their throats. If it happens excessively, your dogs may get intoxicated and sick afterward.
Chemical Reactions
Dogs feel the same reactions as humans like eye irritation and dry skin when making contact with sanitisation chemicals in the water. That’s why it’s necessary to always clean their bodies every time finishing the session.
Luckily, most swim spas, especially ones produced by Just Spas, use an UV filtration system. Requiring only a small amount of chemicals, you and your dogs won’t have to deal with unpleasant irritations.
If you want to purchase a spacious swim spa with advanced features like the UV filtration system and adjustable jet streams to keep your lovely dogs safe and happy, don’t hesitate to check out our wide range of products. All are designed to guarantee the satisfaction of every Australian and the safety of their furry friends.
Visit your nearest Just Spas dealer and find the perfect swim spa for your furry friend.
