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                   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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