Jackson's summer fun (swimming, fetch, etc)

[Ladymom]

I can't believe how much he likes the water! Thanks for sharing.

[Britster]

Originally Posted by Ladymom

I can't believe how much he likes the water! Thanks for sharing.

He's crazy!

[MauiGirl]

Originally Posted by Britster

He's crazy!

Brit, does Jackson ever swim without the life jacket?

I was wondering if it would get confusing to him being used to it then going in without. I take all my pups in the pool, mostly to make sure they can swim for safety, but they don't really LOVE it like Jackson does. I guess in my case that might be ok, cause I don't want them to go in without me, and monitoring 4 or 5 doggies is hectic.

But it sure is fun watching Jackson with his happy propeller tail

[Britster]

Originally Posted by MauiGirl

Brit, does Jackson ever swim without the life jacket?

I was wondering if it would get confusing to him being used to it then going in without. I take all my pups in the pool, mostly to make sure they can swim for safety, but they don't really LOVE it like Jackson does. I guess in my case that might be ok, cause I don't want them to go in without me, and monitoring 4 or 5 doggies is hectic.

But it sure is fun watching Jackson with his happy propeller tail

Yes -he does! He jumped in once (while we were in the pool) without it and all last summer he didn't have a lifejacket. He finally realizes, I think, that the jacket helps him out so he tends to swim and jump in more when he's wearing it. When he's not wearing it, he's still a very good swimmer, he just doesn't last as long. Actually you can see in this vid(towards the end):

YouTube- Jackson's Memorial Day Weekend (5/30/10)

We're really diligent with the pool in general with both dogs (dad has 2 dogs, I bring Jackson) and kids. We have a TV screen inside where we can see the dogs from inside, even though they're usually not outside without us anyways but we let them out to potty etc without going out there with them sometimes. None of the dogs have yet to get in or fall in when we're not there but ya just never know. My 5yr old brother passed away in 2006 due to a drowning at a public pool, so drowning is a huge fear and concern of mine.

I love the pool sooo much because it tires him OUT like nothing else will! If he swims for a good 10 minutes in a day, he's generally completely pooped out later on.

[RachelandSadie]

he's such a fun lovin boy. i just love to watch him play and do tricks. great vid.

[MauiGirl]

Originally Posted by Britster

Yes -he does!
We're really diligent with the pool in general with both dogs (dad has 2 dogs, I bring Jackson) and kids. We have a TV screen inside where we can see the dogs from inside, even though they're usually not outside without us anyways but we let them out to potty etc without going out there with them sometimes. None of the dogs have yet to get in or fall in when we're not there but ya just never know. My 5yr old brother passed away in 2006 due to a drowning at a public pool, so drowning is a huge fear and concern of mine.

It is just heartwarming to see Jackson having so much fun. I also LOVE the music you choose for your videos. Keep the videos coming.

I also wanted to say that I am so sorry about your little brother's drowning. I saw the link to his site on another thread, what an adorable little guy with such awesome eyes.

Pool safety is always something on my mind, from living in Arizona and Hawaii I have always had a pool. It takes constant monitoring, and I have had to pull almost all of my doggies out at least once or twice after falling in when I was only a few feet away.

I am glad that you and your family can still enjoy the pool after your tragic loss, and are even more dedicated to safety. My heart goes out to you all.

[Britster]

Originally Posted by Ladymom

I can't believe how much he likes the water! Thanks for sharing.

He is my Yorkshire Retriever. Wait 'til ya see the next video... I've gotten some good footage of him DIVING.

Originally Posted by MauiGirl

It is just heartwarming to see Jackson having so much fun. I also LOVE the music you choose for your videos. Keep the videos coming.

I also wanted to say that I am so sorry about your little brother's drowning. I saw the link to his site on another thread, what an adorable little guy with such awesome eyes.

Pool safety is always something on my mind, from living in Arizona and Hawaii I have always had a pool. It takes constant monitoring, and I have had to pull almost all of my doggies out at least once or twice after falling in when I was only a few feet away.

I am glad that you and your family can still enjoy the pool after your tragic loss, and are even more dedicated to safety. My heart goes out to you all.

Thanks for your kind words.

I'm replying to this late and can't remember if I replied to you... but I know AZ is a #1 cause of death in kids, because so many people have pools.

It's really a scary thing!

[MadDeDo]

Aw so cute! You can definitely tell he's a happy guy!

[katienme2002]

I LOVE these videos of Jackson and his adventures! I could literally sit for hours and watch him..lol...And I too wanted to say how sorry I am about the loss of your little brother, I had no idea...

[anjsmiles]

Awe he is so cute!

[KashasMom]

I really want Kasha to be a pool dog like Jackson!!!

So, he just went in on his own and now loves it? We put her in the pool and she swam around for a few but I wonder if she'd like it better w/ the vest. Did you introduce him to the pool at all?

He's just so darn happy & athletic ! Makes me smile!