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Puppy's first beach trip: How long, feeding, and safety tips?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | unspayed | 4 months and 13 days old | 35 lbs

How long do you recommend 1st time at the beach with proper shelter and water. Should she be fed beforehand.

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Answered By Dr Stafford, BVetMed, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on September 4th, 2019

As long as she has shelter and water and doesn't seem stressed she could spend a few hours at the beach. Just be careful if it is very warm and she is excited that she doesn't over exert herself. Also make sure she is well hydrated to avoid her drinking sea water. I would feed her normal breakfast and make sure she has an hour to start digestion before she is running about.

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