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Hydration Choices for Fit Dogs

5/10/2013

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Typist: Bethany
For those of you outdoorsy, fit dogs reading this post, "puddle" is not the first (or any) choice on our hydration choices list. Sorry. Obviously, one of the very most important things for active, fit dogs is frequently drinking plenty of fresh (read: non-puddle, lake or stream) water. We Cascadian Nomads do so many different activities together that we have a variety of hydration choices. We have a few bowls and a few bottles. We appreciate and use them all for different purposes yet they all keep us hydrated as we stay fit.
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Our Outward Hound Bowl
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Our SturdiProducts Bowl
We have two types of fit dog adventure water bowls. One is an Outward Hound collapsible bowl (which is very old and they no longer make- but it has lasted!) that folds tiny and is very light (2.7 oz*) The awesome pack-ability of this bowl is often cancelled out, though, by the bowls lack of sturdiness. It is actually the best bowl for fit dog excursions when we do not have to haul our own water and have no water wasting worries.

Our other travel bowl is a 1 gallon SturdiProducts bowl. It folds nicely but is heavier (9.9 oz*) than our Outward Hound bowl. Yet this bowl lives up to it's name. It is sturdy and pretty much cannot be spilled. Unused water can even easily be poured back into a water bottle.

Speaking of water bottles, when we are carrying our own water, I prefer light vessels like our 48oz Naglene (5.5oz*) and Vapur (1.4oz*) bottles. Huxley's Ruffwear Palisades pack has two light weight (1.1oz* each) BPA free, collapsible water bottles.
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When weight isn't as much of an issue, I prefer stainless steel water bottles. Our 24 ounce roller ball bottles are great for outdoor fit dog adventures. The disadvantages are that these roller ball water bottles  are heavy (7.7oz* ) and they are messy. We only use them outside. They dribble a lot! I have heard that some dogs have a bit of a learning curve while getting used to licking the ball for water. Our dogs, however, took to it quickly. These bottles are especially convenient to keep in the car when unplanned and surprise fit dog adventures pop up. Water from stainless steel is safe to drink even when warmed. Warmed water from plastic bottles, even BPA free, is not safe for humans or animals.
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Drinking Out of H2O4K9 9.5 Ounce Cap
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Stainless Steel Roller Ball Bottle
Our newest hydration choice, H2O4K9Water Bottles, are also stainless steel and are a bit lighter (25oz weighs 6.6oz*, 9.5oz weighs 3.7oz*) than our roller ball bottles. All three dogs can drink out of either sized cap. The extra water pours perfectly back into the bottle from the cap. We're new to using these but at this point, the smaller sized bottle is for shorter fit dog excursions and the larger size is for longer fit dog outings. We will definitely be making more use of this great new hydration choice.
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Drinking Out of H2O4K9 25 Ounce Cap
Generally, your dog should drink at least one ounce of water for each pound of body weight per day. Always have plenty of fresh water on hand, no matter what your fit dog activities are. It is never safe for your dog to drink from puddles, lakes or streams or the sea. What should you do when your hydration choices aren't enough for your fit dog activities and the heat of the day? First, know the signs of dehydration:
  • Sunken eyes
  • Lethargy
  • Loss of appetite
  • Dry mouth/sticky gums
  • Depression
  • Normal weight dog's skin between the shoulder blades will be slow to return to position when pinched
If your dog is dehydrated, seek immediate veterinary care. Your vet will properly diagnose issues and possibly rehydrate with intravenous or subcutaneous fluids.** I keep glucose packs in my dog first aid kit in case of severe dehydration when veterinary care is far away. But any temporary electrolyte replacement is no substitute for proper veterinary diagnosis and care. So, Fit Dogs, drink up from your safe, fresh sources and save the puddles for rolling in. Have fun out there!
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*Weight when empty                                                                                               **Pets WebMD and ASPCA
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Always consult a veterinarian about the nature of your dogs specific hydration needs and physical limitations. Check with your veterinarian before beginning or changing your dogs exercise routine.
14 Comments
GizmoGeodog link
5/9/2013 09:43:03 pm

Hydration is really critical here in Florida heat and your collection looks like mine...I've tried so many options and do have some faves...Just purchased our first hydration pouches and will be testing those next...If it's a shorter hike I leave a large jug of water in the jeep but more commonly I'm carrying it so weight is really critical

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Bethany
5/10/2013 06:10:02 am

Our hikes and walks have been so much more pleasant since I started carrying the super light Vapur pouches. And keeping a good jug in the car has saved me many "oops" times when I forgot water or didn't bring enough!

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SlimDoggy link
5/9/2013 10:30:13 pm

What great information. Hydration is one of those things we tend to not think about for ourselves and for our pups, but it is critical. You've given us a lot of great options for taking care of it and helped raise the awareness. Thanks for joining our Hop.

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Bethany
5/10/2013 06:11:36 am

Thanks, Slimdoggy. I have ventured out too many times and forgotten water or not had enough. I am glad to help other avoid such thirsty mistakes!

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SUGAR link
5/9/2013 11:36:36 pm

Woof! Woof! My biggest problem is drinking water. I am so picky (we've blogged about it). It got to be from home so mom always carries a bottle home water. Happy FitDog Friday. Lots of Golden Woofs, Sugar
BTW: saw your comment on TDWL. We are in Chicago and meeting them this weekend. Hope to meet you in June. Golden Woofs.

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Bethany
5/10/2013 06:21:27 am

You mean you're mom doesn't have to yell "leave it" to keep you from drinking out of every puddle you pass? Lucky her! :) I have seen your posts about your picky, but healthy- public water can make you sick!- water drinking habits, Sugar. And I do hope we could meet you for a fit dog excursion in June. Woof!

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Jackie Bouchard link
5/10/2013 05:25:24 am

Great post with important info for everyone to remember! We go to the dog beach/bay for an hour+ 3 or 4 times per week. I always bring a big bottle of water for Rita. It makes me cringe when I see folks down there with no water - and then some of them even let their dogs drink the sea water! Ugh!! No! I can't believe the dogs even want to drink it - but some of them do. Bleh!

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Bethany
5/10/2013 06:24:24 am

Thank you, Jackie. It never ceases to surprise me how quickly the dogs get thirsty when they are active. Some dogs will drink bad water and some won't stop to drink unless prompted. It's all up to us people to care for their hydration and it's not always easy.

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Jessica@YouDidWhatWithYourWeiner link
5/10/2013 07:51:30 am

Thanks for the rundown on these. Our favorite combinnation is a collapsible water bottle with a Dexas popware bowl. We have one of those rollerball water bottles but, too, found that it leaked a lot. I taught Chester and Gretel to drink out of it using a mixture of water and no-sodium chicken stock.

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Bethany
5/10/2013 01:00:51 pm

I like those popwear bowls but I already have enough trouble trying to get 3 dogs to take turns with the messy roller ball. I am thankful our travel bowls can fit 2 and 3 tongues at once! Thanks for sharing the roller ball training tip.

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Jan K link
5/11/2013 06:27:03 am

Our beagle Kobi won't drink water on an outing....not even back at the car out of a regular bowl. Would adding the chicken stock encourage him to do so, I wonder? And would it hurt to put a little bit in all the time? I think that H2O4K9 looks like a great option too.

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Bethany
5/12/2013 05:41:27 pm

Just make sure you stick to the low-sodium chicken stock like Jessica suggested or try low-sodium vegetable stock for less calories/fat. I certainly hope it helps Kobi with her picky drinking habit. Sugar (who commented above) has picky drinker suggestions on her site too. Let us know how it goes!

Finn link
5/10/2013 08:20:33 pm

Tose are some great ideas. I like the idea of pouring the water into the cap. Ours drink right from the bottle!

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Bethany
5/12/2013 05:37:03 pm

We have tried drink from the cap or attached dish bottles before but they never lasted. These new H2O4K9 ones are great so far!

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