Current:Home > reviewsAs summer winds down, dogs around the country make a splash: See pictures of doggy dip days -TradeStation
As summer winds down, dogs around the country make a splash: See pictures of doggy dip days
View
Date:2025-04-15 14:35:37
Warning: Major cuteness ahead!
As summer comes to a close and public pools across the country shut down their operations for the year, dogs and pets are getting a chance to take a dip for one last hurrah.
Hundreds of dogs from Iowa to Washington participated in "doggy dip days" at public pools before the water was drained for the season. Over 200 dogs participated in the "Doggie Dip" event at Liberty Pool in Spokane, Washington, Spokane Parks and Recreation Coordinator Josh Morrisey told USA TODAY, while the "Paws for a Dip" day in Thornton, Colorado had 286 dogs participate, Renee Dodson at Thornton Parks, Recreation and Community Programs told USA TODAY.
At the Boone Municipal Pool in Iowa, 119 dogs and 1 pig participated in the annual dog swim day, the pool said in a post on Facebook. While most doggy dips were free, some events like the "Puppy Plunge" in Kearny, Nebraska had a small fee to raise funds for the local animal shelter and dog park.
Take a look at the pictures of the dogs enjoying a splash in pools across the country.
Spokane, Washington
Thornton, Colorado
Boone, Iowa
Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin
Chillicothe, Ohio
Kearney, Nebraska
Tips to keep in mind when taking your dog for a dip
If the pool day for your dog has not yet taken place in your city and you plan on taking your dog for a dip, keep the following tips in mind as outlined by the Thornton Parks and Recreation:
- Carry a leash at all times and remain inside fenced areas with your pet.
- Pick up after your dogs and don't leave any mess behind.
- Ensure your dog is on its best behavior at all times.
- Don't take your dog if it tends to be aggressive or is in heat.
- Ensure your dog's vaccinations are up to date
- Take bite-sized treats for your pet.
- Be considerate of other humans and their dogs.
- Be mindful of the rules at your local pool.
Saman Shafiq is a trending news reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at sshafiq@gannett.com and follow her on X and Instagram @saman_shafiq7.
veryGood! (257)
Related
- Stamford Road collision sends motorcyclist flying; driver arrested
- Gunman in Trump assassination attempt saw rally as ‘target of opportunity,’ FBI official says
- Sweaty corn is making it even more humid
- What’s hot in theaters? Old movies — and some that aren’t so old
- Nearly half of US teens are online ‘constantly,’ Pew report finds
- 1 San Diego police officer dead, 1 in critical condition after pursuit crash
- Simone Biles Poses With All 11 of Her Olympic Medals in Winning Photos
- Vanderpump Rules’ Brittany Cartwright Hints at New Chapter After Filing for Divorce From Jax Taylor
- 'Most Whopper
- Man wins $439,000 lottery prize just after buying North Carolina home
Ranking
- New Mexico governor seeks funding to recycle fracking water, expand preschool, treat mental health
- K-pop singer Taeil leaves boyband NCT over accusation of an unspecified sexual crime, his label says
- At 68, she wanted to have a bat mitzvah. Then her son made a film about it.
- Fantasy football: Ranking 5 best value plays in 2024 drafts
- Behind on your annual reading goal? Books under 200 pages to read before 2024 ends
- Kelsea Ballerini Shares Her Dog Dibs Has Inoperable Heart Cancer
- LeBron James, Anthony Edwards among NBA stars in ‘Starting 5’ Netflix series
- Caitlin Clark's next game: Indiana Fever vs. Connecticut Sun on Wednesday
Recommendation
Chuck Scarborough signs off: Hoda Kotb, Al Roker tribute legendary New York anchor
Paralympic Games opening ceremony starts the final chapter on a long summer of sport in Paris
'After Baywatch': Carmen Electra learned hard TV kissing lesson with David Chokachi
CDC reports 5 more deaths, new cases in Boar's Head listeria outbreak since early August
Nearly half of US teens are online ‘constantly,’ Pew report finds
LeBron James, Anthony Edwards among NBA stars in ‘Starting 5’ Netflix series
Lil Rod breaks silence on lawsuit against Sean 'Diddy' Combs: 'I'm being punished'
As football starts, carrier fee dispute pits ESPN vs. DirecTV: What it could mean for fans