Plan Your New Pool With Your Pet In Mind
Chances are, your dog -- and maybe even your cat -- loves the water as much as you do. Planning your pool to accommodate your pet will make it more fun for them and for you. A fiberglass pool beats a vinyl-lined one hands down in terms of durability and eliminates concerns over sharp claws damaging the pool. But before you schedule your fiberglass pool installation, consider these other options that can make your pool even more pet-friendly.
1. Zero Entry
Zero-entry, or beach-entry, pools are the perfect option for households with pets because the gradual depth makes it easy for your fur baby to get in and out of the water. It's also a great way to give your backyard a beachier atmosphere. If your yard or budget isn't large enough to cover a fully graduating slope, opt for a style that has steps starting where the water is about a foot deep. Alternatively, consider incorporating a ramp into your pool's design.
2. Tanning Ledge
A tanning shelf is intended to serve as a platform where you can tan without having to swelter poolside. Also called a Baja shelf or sun shelf, a tanning ledge is typically under six inches to a foot of water and can be large enough to fit a couple of lounge chairs. The ledge gives your pet shallow water to sit or lie in and an easy way to get in and out of the pool. A tanning ledge also gives small children and mobility-impaired individuals a nice, flat surface where they can enjoy the water.
3. Pool Alarm
Pool alarms are designed to go off when someone or something falls or walks into the water, whether it be your child or pet or a wild animal. Just make sure your dog isn't too light to set off any alarm you considering purchasing. Alternatively, purchase a collar-style alarm device that attaches to your pet's collar. The device sounds the alarm as soon as it goes underwater, and the alarm won't stop sounding until you manually turn it off.
4. Pool Shower
Your pet is likely to drag a lot of dirt and debris into the pool. A poolside shower lets you rinse your pet off before it jumps into the water. You can get a free-standing portable shower or opt for a stationary one that's solar heated.
A new pool is an exciting addition to any home. Considering your pet's needs as you plan your purchase makes the pool more enjoyable for everyone. For more information, contact a company like Hydroscape, inc.
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