How does a Labrador learn to swim? Do you also want to take your Labrador out to swim in the summer to cool down? Then the editor below will share with you the skills of Labrador swimming learning.

Labrador swimming learning tips:

1. Shallow water is convenient for teaching

When teaching a dog to swim, the size and age of the dog should be taken into consideration. If it is your first time to take your Labrador to swim, you should choose a good place. A private swimming pool is of course the best, and creeks and rivers are also good. It should be noted that the chosen practice space must be clean and free of debris at the bottom, otherwise it will be unsafe for you and your Labrador. In addition, the shallow water is convenient for teaching. Before letting the Labrador go into the water, it is necessary to fasten the dog leash for the Labrador. This can ensure safety and make it easier for parents to control the Labrador at any time in the water. When Labrador encounters problems in the water, such as sinking, the rope chain can be used to save Labrador from danger in time.

　2. Inducing the Labrador to swim forward step by step

Toys lure Labrador to practice in shallow water. When swimming for the first time, let it get used to activities in the water. You can gently splash water on Labrador, but do not splash water on its face to avoid Labrador feeling uncomfortable. In the water, the owner can hold the toy and induce the Labrador to swim forward step by step, allowing it to slowly adapt. Most playful Labradors will happily swim around with toys. When your Labrador is used to swimming in the water, you can take it to deep water. Great praise + enough rest. If you encounter a Labrador who is not playful and the toys do not have the expected effect, the owner must be patient and constantly praise and encourage the Labrador to move forward in the water. When appropriate, let the Labrador take a rest and drink some water to relax its mood. Be sure to remember: "Haste makes waste." Rushing for success may make Labrador disgusted and afraid of water. Then, let alone swimming, Labrador may even hate daily bathing.

　3. Correct the swing of Labrador’s front feet

Correct the Labrador’s front foot swing. If the Labrador's head is stretched too high, its tail is immersed in the water, and its front feet are swinging very hard, and it looks like it is struggling, then its swimming action may be wrong, and it will only exert effort but not help move forward. At this time, the owner needs to give the Labrador some help, that is, lift the Labrador's front feet and teach it to swing regularly. When it gets used to the correct movements, it can freely join you in the water. Have fun.

4. It also needs to be done step by step

Special treatment in special circumstances. Generally speaking, adult Labradors will learn to swim slightly slower than young Labradors. If your Labrador is already an adult but has not swum yet, it is more appropriate to choose a beach for the first time. How to teach an adult Labrador to swimThere is no difference for dogs, they also need to take it step by step. The owner can first jog with the Labrador on the beach, then start in shallow water, and then move to deep water after the Labrador gets used to it. When the Labrador leaves the shallow water area and its feet cannot touch the bottom of the sea, it will swim naturally.