Campaign warns of perils UK waters can pose for dogs and owners
However, not all dogs are natural swimmers,” she added. “Even strong swimmers can get into difficulties in the water.”Accompanying Thomas is Bruno the dalmatian who is clearly eager to go for a dip. Strong currents and fatigue can pose a risk, too.“When you’re thinking about open bodies of water, it’s always stop, check and think about what could be the dangers,” said Thomas, noting many are not clearly visible on first sight.
- ▪However, not all dogs are natural swimmers,” she added.
- ▪“Even strong swimmers can get into difficulties in the water.”Accompanying Thomas is Bruno the dalmatian who is clearly eager to go for a dip.
- ▪Strong currents and fatigue can pose a risk, too.“When you’re thinking about open bodies of water, it’s always stop, check and think about what could be the dangers,” said Thomas, noting many are not clearly visible on first sight.
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Emma-Jane Thomas with Bruno: ‘We’ve had all this hot weather … and it’s easy to not realise the dangers.’ Photograph: Christopher Thomond/The GuardianView image in fullscreenEmma-Jane Thomas with Bruno: ‘We’ve had all this hot weather … and it’s easy to not realise the dangers.’ Photograph: Christopher Thomond/The GuardianDogsCampaign warns of perils UK waters can pose for dogs and ownersDogs Trust points to hundreds of incidents over recent years, some involving deaths of pets or peopleNicola Davis Science correspondentTue 4 Aug 2026 19.01 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleWith its gentle rippling water, tall purple flowers and rustling trees, Earlswood Lakes near Solihull in the West Midlands seems the perfect spot for dogs to paddle.
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