Making sure your dog is safe around the pool is part of being a responsible pet owner (see Parts 1, 2 & 3). If you’ve already taken care of teaching your dog to swim, made sure there are measures in place to prevent them from entering the pool unsupervised, and taken care of getting any […]
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Keeping Dogs Safe Around the Pool – Part 3
Swimming should be a fun, exhilarating experience for dogs as well as their owners. It can be a wonderful way to make lifelong memories and bond with your pet in a new way (see Parts 1 & 2). Some dogs get so comfortable in the water that they advance to learning how to fetch and […]
Keeping Dogs Safe Around the Pool – Part 2
Once you’ve established that your dog is at least somewhat likely to be water-friendly, it may be time to try venturing out into the pool with them (see Part 1). If you do decide to take the plunge into the pool with your dog, be patient while they get acclimated to the water. Even on […]
Keeping Dogs Safe Around the Pool – Part 1
The dog days of summer when the heat index is climbing is a perfect time to take a dip in the pool. For dog owners, it’s also the ideal time to introduce your furry friend to the wonderful world of swimming. Many dogs typically love being in the water. However, contrary to popular opinion, not […]
Stay Safe in the Pool with These Electrical Shock Prevention Tips – Part 2
If you own a backyard pool, or if you’re thinking of installing one, pool safety should be your number one priority. A major factor of promoting pool safety involves teaching and enforcing the right kind of behavior around the pool, such as supervising children, not swimming while intoxicated, and taking regular rest breaks. Aside from […]
Stay Safe in the Pool with These Electrical Shock Prevention Tips – Part 1
When you think of pool safety, the most common topic that comes to mind is probably the risk of drowning. However, there are other dangers which swimmers should be aware of before entering a pool. One of the hazards that deserves more attention is the risk of electrical shock. With ever-increasing advances in technology, people […]
How Heat Loss Drives Up Pool Energy Costs & How to Prevent It
If you put the pointers we’ve mentioned in the first four articles in our series into practice (see Part 1, 2, 3 & 4), you’ll be well on your way toward seeing major energy savings. But there are a few more ideas that will take you even further toward reaching your goal of maximum energy […]
Add These Items to Your Pool for Greater Energy Cost Savings
In our last article, we touched on the role that pool heaters have to play in your pool’s energy efficiency. In this installment of our series, we’ll take a closer look at different types of pool heaters as well as another piece of smart pool equipment you can add to your backyard oasis to save […]
Lower Your Swimming Pool Energy Costs with These Tips
Installing efficient equipment and applying some ingenuity can help you save money on your pool’s monthly energy costs (see Part 1 & 2). Did you know that simply keeping up with proper pool cleaning and maintenance habits can also play an important role in keeping costs down? Implementing a methodical schedule for keeping your pool […]
Energy Efficiency Hacks for Savvy Pool Owners
Keeping your energy costs down is a worthy goal for any pool owner. Not only does it help the environment, but energy efficiency is also good for your pocketbook. In our first article, we explored the importance of keeping your pool water properly circulating. In this article, we’ll check out some of the other ways […]