Testing a Dog Pool Float: Does the SwimWays Raft for Pups Hold Up?

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Pool floaties can be fun for both humans and dogs, but most human-grade floats can’t stand up to dog’s sharp nails. On a quest to find a great floaty for my dogs, I recently tested the SwimWays Paddle Paws Dog Pool Float. While getting my dogs to float was more challenging than expected, this sturdy pool float lived up to its good reviews.

Testing the SwimWays Paddle Paws Dog Pool Float

For me, the appeal of a dog pool float was giving my senior dogs the opportunity to spend more time outside on hot summer days. When temperatures climb in southern Arizona, it quickly becomes unsafe for my dogs to lay out in the sun or even go for a walk. Relaxing in the pool or following my kayak are both fun, active alternatives to lazing about on the sofa.