Warm weather welcomes new adventures, with many dogs enjoying activities such as swimming and boating. Breeds such as Labrador Retrievers, Golden Retrievers and Newfoundlands are well-known for their love of the swimming, but many other breeds still enjoy being in and around the water.
No matter your dog's swimming skills, a key piece of equipment for any water-loving dogs is a life jacket - a high quality life jacket ensures your dog is fully supported and buoyant on the water, offering peace of mind.
Benefits Of A Life Jacket
Even the best of swimmers can benefit from a life jacket, helping your dog stay buoyant on the water, even if they get tired from swimming.
A life jacket also allows you to handle your dog in an emergency, as they can be supported and lifted much easier with the help of a handle on the back.
Life jackets are also great for dogs who love the water, but may not be the best swimmer. Older dogs and dogs with health conditions all benefit from the support of a life jacket.
Choosing A Life Jacket
There's so many options in the dog equipment world, that choosing a life jacket can feel a little daunting. We've outlined some of the key things to look out for, to help with your decision.
- Life Jacket Shape - the life jacket shape should keep the shoulders free, for freedom of movement while swimming. It should also sit quite short on the body, to keep the hind area free.
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Suitable Weight Bracket - when choosing your dog's life jacket, do ensure you double check to see if there is a published weight limit. A suitable weight bracket ensures the life jacket is able to support your dog.
- Bright Colours - a brightly coloured life jacket helps keep your dog visible.
- Lift-&-Assist Handle - a handle helps you grab your dog from the water in a pinch, or assist them back onto a boat.
Life Jackets To Choose From
We currently have 3 life jackets available on our website.
- Float Coat by Ruffwear
- Confluence Life Jacket by Ruffwear
- Protector Life Jacket by Non-stop dogwear
Still need help? Reach out to us via email bark@mountaindog.uk or via telephone on 01670 343010.