SAFE
BOATING WITH YOUR PETS
Lots of fun on the
water here. If you bring your pets
along, veterinarians recommend these basic
precautions when boating with pets:
- Heat
stroke and heat exhaustion are life-threatening to both
people and pets. Make sure everyone, including your
pets, has access to a shaded area on the vessel to get
out of the sun so they do not overheat.
- Pets
need access to ample fresh drinking water when on a boat
to keep their body temperature in the normal range.
- Give
your pets a break by pulling them into your lap or
giving them a secure spot to lie down. Being on board
can be tiring, especially for older pets, due to the
movement of the boat. Your pet may become fatigued and,
therefore, susceptible to injury due to the constant
movement and balancing they have to do.
- If
your pet has trouble swimming, consider purchasing a
life jacket or other pet-safe floatation device.
- If
your pet is going to go swimming, ensure there is an
easy access point for him or her to get on and off the
boat to prevent fatigue or injuries. And always stay
close to your pet while in the water.
- Make
sure engines are not engaged while people or pets are in
the water.
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