Newfoundland Training: Teaching Your Pet How To Swim~Swimming as Part of Newfoundland Training

Several accounts have been told about a
Newfoundland saving a person from the water.
Even those with no professional Newfoundland
training in water rescue or swimming have
displayed daring deeds to aid those who are in
need. This is made possible since this breed
loves to swim and is known to lay in water if
chance allows. Having a Newfoundland that can't
frolic in the water or with no love for water is
definitely rare nevertheless if you're one of
those who wasn't able to bring home a swimmer
and life-saver, it is not necessary to feel bad
regarding it since there is always a way in
which you can train your four-legged to swim.

To train your pet how to swim, the first step is
to obtain the gear your dog needs - canine life
vest with d rings if possible and leash that can
be linked to d rings. With life jacket, learning
how to swim can be less complicated due to the
buoyancy the jacket gives. Additionally, life
jacket can make it easy for you to control and
pick up a scared dog out of the water thus
keeping it safe. The leash on the other hand
allows your dog to swim a greater distance away
from you yet remains safe. Once you have
procured the required things, it is important to
get your pet used to wearing a life jacket. It is
necessary to make your dog comfortable with the
life jacket first prior to taking him in the
water.

Next is to be in the water along with your furry
friend. Being near you in the pool or lake can
raise the confidence particularly if it is
worried to venture out in the water by itself.
Motivate it to feel confident while being there
by saying encouraging words and praise as well
as giving of treats. This will also help your
canine link the activity with fun and something
appealing hence will anticipate the next
swimming session.

Similar with other Newfoundland training
activities, swimming do not need to last for
hours. Make the first few sessions short not to
avoid boredom but to regain strength and body
heat. The training session can be lengthened
gradually as your dog increases strength and
stamina.

Training a Newfoundland how to swim isn't meant
to be a tough task. With this breed's webbed
feet and water-resistance coat in addition to
their calm and docile temperament and strength,
surely it will not take months for these gentle
giants to know an activity what their breed is
known for - swimming and saving lives.

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Alison Martin has been an owner of a Newfoundland
and has been providing her pet with effective
Newfoundland training. In order to get advice
from her, feel free to visit her website
http://www.newfoundlandsavvy.com.

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