Dogs that can’t Swim and Some that just aren’t very good at it

[heading style=”2″ color=”#996633″ style_color=”#996633″]Basset Hounds[/heading]

Short legs, long heavy bodies, and giant ears make them perfect for land-based hunting activities, but a dense bone structure makes water a problem for them. Keep them away from pools and large bodies of water.

Instead, try cooling them off with a cooling mat on their bed, hiding frozen treats around the yard (letting them give their nose a workout), and time to pass the heat of the day indoors.

Here are 5 Cooling Treats for Pets in Summer that are perfect for pets who prefer to stay out of the water.