Your dog will have some instinct to swim. But it is best to help your dog through the process and teach them on your own. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here, I will talk about some tips that will help your Great Pyrenees swim better!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Be Patient With Your Pet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You want to start by being patient with your Great Pyrenees. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some dogs will want to hop right in and swim right away. Other dogs will be more cautious. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your pet has its own unique personality so keep this in mind and don’t rush your dog. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take things slow with them and introduce them to shallow water first. The more patient you are the better the outcomes will be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Reward Your Dog<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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Once you have gotten your dog near the water, keep treats on hand. If your dog approaches the water bravely, give them a treat. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can even place treats near the water to let your dog know it is safe for them to go in. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pet your dog, as well to keep them calm and happy. And don’t forget to praise them when they do a good job. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your dog will need a lot of comfort to motivate them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Slowly Go Into Deeper Water<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When you decide to increase the depth of the water, again, you want to do this slowly. Your dog has a lot of fur and weight so it will take a lot of endurance for them to swim. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stay in the shallow end until you feel comfortable that they are ready to move on. Then move to deeper water once your dog has gotten stronger. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You should not get in your pet’s way. But you can place a hand under their belly to help them stay afloat!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Do Short Lessons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Finally, when you are teaching your dog to swim, don’t overwork them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dogs will get tired, especially if this is their first time swimming. And with all their extra weight they can get even more tired. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, keep this in mind and do short swimming lessons with your pet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some Swimming Safety Tips For Your Great Pyrenees<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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You want to keep your Great Pyrenees as safe as possible when they are swimming. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here I will discuss some safety tips that will keep your pet safe as they swim!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Make Sure Your Dog Can Swim<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Again, not all dogs can swim. So, you want to ensure that your dog can actually swim in the water. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Put them in shallow water and watch them carefully. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Great Pyrenees will be fine to swim in most cases. You really shouldn’t have to worry about them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But it doesn’t hurt to be vigilant and check that your dog is okay to swim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Don’t Let Your Pet Drink The Water<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you are in a lake or the ocean make sure your pet doesn’t drink the water. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You might think it’s okay. But this could make them sick as there are bacteria and other types of organisms in natural water. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s also possible that there are chemicals in the water so watch out for this, as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You don’t want your dog to have to take a trip to the vet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Don’t Leave Your Dog Alone<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This can seem like a no-brainer, but you don’t want to leave your dog alone in the water. Especially if they are swimming for the first time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep an eye on your dog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Better yet try and swim with your dog this way they don’t drown or get nervous. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Swimming with your dog will make it easier for them to learn and get comfortable in the water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Be On The Lookout For Algae<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you are going to a lake with your dog, be on the lookout for any algae. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This can be another danger your dog can encounter while swimming out in nature. Blue-green algae are the most dangerous type for your dog to be around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Make Sure Your Dog Doesn’t Get too Tired<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This is another obvious tip but your dog shouldn’t get too tired. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Again, this breed has a big body and a ton of fur. They will tire out fast if you don’t keep an eye on them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, make sure you have plenty of water for them to drink. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

And keep a lookout for signs of fatigue to keep them from drowning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Wash Your Dog<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Finally, if you have gone to the beach or a pool, wash your dog off after. A quick rinse should be fine. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You don’t know what is in the water and what kind of bacteria is in the surrounding area. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your dog might try to clean themselves and end up getting sick if there were bacteria and other containments. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You don’t have to do a full washdown, just give them a gentle rinse and dry them off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Dry Off Your Great Pyrenees After Swimming?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For this final section, I’ll talk about how you can dry your dog off after swimming with them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your Great Pyrenees has very thick fur and you want to make sure to dry it with care. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To do this, start by getting a towel. Gently press the towel into your dog’s fur to get out all the water. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do not use circular motions as this can tangle up your dog’s fur coat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Next, you want to use a blow-dryer to get out the rest of the water. Put it on a low setting and keep the drying device a good distance away from your dog. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This way they don’t get burned. Once their fur is dry, you can use a brush to get out any knots. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This will keep your dog’s fur neat and beautiful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n