Is it safe for my dog to swim in natural water and go underwater?

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My dog loves to swim. Sometimes when I throw the ball in the water his whole head goes under. I usually take him to a park that has a waterfall. The water is about 3 feet deep and he does well. But is it safe for dogs to swim in natural waters? And is it safe for him to go under water to get his ball? Pet's info: Dog | American Bulldog | Male | neutered | 5 years and 11 months old | 45 lbs

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

That is generally fine, especially considering the limited depth. Unfortunately I cannot rule out completely accidents, but these are quite rare with young and healthy dogs like Max. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

Is it safe for my dog to swim in natural water and go underwater?

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