Your Guide to Boating With Your Dog

While boating can be a ton of fun for both people and pets, it can be difficult for some dogs to adjust to the feeling of being away from land. If you’re looking to bring your dog on your next boating trip you’ll need to prepare them for the experience. To learn how, just read over our instructions below. 

Supplies 

To ensure your dog is safe and comfortable on your upcoming boating trip, you’ll need to gather a variety of different supplies. To begin, make sure they have plenty of food and fresh water while onboard, as well as bowls to eat out of. You’ll also need to ensure there’s some kind of shade on deck to protect your dog from the sun on a long day, and we also recommend putting them into a life vest to ensure they don’t drown if they fall into rough waters unexpectedly. 

Prep 

Before you make plans to bring your dog along on an all-day boating trip, you’ll first want to introduce them to boating by taking a few short rides close to the shore, making sure to praise and reward them for their good behavior. Once your dog seems comfortable riding in your boat, you can make plans to bring your pet along for an all-day trip. Just make sure to show them where their food and water bowls are as well as a designated spot on deck where they can use the bathroom, so you’re not stepping in the mess. 

For more helpful boating tips, feel free to stop by Anchorage Yacht Basin here in Melbourne, FL, anytime! Our expert staff are always happy to offer advice, answer questions, and help address any concerns you may have about your boat, and we look forward to serving those nearby in Orlando, FL.