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Salt Water Poisoning: Dangers of Dogs Ingesting Too Much Sea Water

by Cait Morton, HypePets Owner
written by Cait Morton, HypePets Owner
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August is my adoptiversary. Ever year in celebration, I take my dog to Redondo Beach, where plenty of dog lovers bask in the ocean breeze, play fetch, and watch as their dogs consume a bit too much sea water. But is sea water bad for dogs? And if so, why do plenty of dog owners allow it?

Is salt water bad for dogs?

Signs of Salt Water Poisoning

Sea water is bad. Very bad actually. Ingesting too much can cause salt water poisoning for a dog. For most dogs, ingesting just a few gulps of sea water won’t cause any harm. For others, even just a few mouthfuls can lead to the following symptoms:

  • Diarrhea
  • Vomiting
  • Dehydration

What’s worse, dogs who experience symptoms and are not taken to get treated can experience prolonged kidney and brain damage, and worse, death. Most vets who treat sea water poisoning do so by providing a dog electrolytes to stabilize the sodium contents in the body. Typically, treatment can last 2-3 days depending on the severity. 

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Prevention

Preventing salt water poisoning is easy, so long as you follow these tips:

  1. Bring plenty of fresh water for him. Trust us, this one is a no brainer. Bring a few water bottles just for your dog, and keep him well hydrated.
  2. Take breaks from the water every 15 minutes. Don’t over do it either and spend hours in the ocean. Take a water break — literally.
  3. Keep plenty of shade around. The sun during the summer months can be exhausting, even for pets, so keep some shade around them.
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What’s worse this crab or salt water???

So how bad is salt water for dogs? Very. And when you do go to the beach, be sure to come prepared, as the last thing you want is to call the vet in an emergency.

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Meet Cait - a lifelong animal lover who has had furry (and scaly) companions by her side since childhood. She's had it all, from family pets to caring for class reptiles during school breaks, to even owning her first horse at just 12 years old. She swears that her late soul dog, Mocha, helped her survive her Business Management degree. Cait has spent over a decade working in animal shelters, doing everything from taking care of furry friends to running the show as an assistant manager, to providing guidance as a board member. She's got a serious case of the animal welfare bug, and she's not afraid to use it! When she's not busy saving animals, Cait is known for being one-half of the 'Mortons on the Move' RV and travel blog and YouTube channel. She stars alongside her husband, Tom, on the Discovery and PBS TV show 'The RVers'. She and Tom, along with their two rescue dogs Luna and Solar, travel full-time by RV and explore all that the world has to offer. Cait started HypePets because of her passion for pets and her love for rescue dogs and cats. She wants to make a difference by helping new adopters ease their furry friends' transition into their new homes. So join her in the wonderful world of pets, and let's make a difference together!

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