has anyone used this for their dogs? Thank you to all who answered. I decided not to risk it and purchased the Spot Cool Pool instead which is specifically for pets and hopefully has thicker, more durable and puncture-resistant plastic (tho I DID like the shade cover of the mushroom!) :) has anyone used this for their dogs? Thank you to all who answered. I decided not to risk it and purchased the Spot Cool Pool instead which is specifically for pets and hopefully has... » Read More has anyone used this for their dogs? Thank you to all who answered. I decided not to risk it and purchased the Spot Cool Pool instead which is specifically for pets and hopefully has thicker, more durable and puncture-resistant plastic (tho I DID like the shade cover of the mushroom!) :) « Show Less
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The plastic is pretty thin... unless your dogs are small with trimmed nails I wouldn't risk it.
1847428
I haven't but I don't think it's a good idea. It's blow up plastic not hard plastic and I think their nails would rip it. Hope that helps!
1847429
I would advise against using with dogs...a hard plastic pool is better, as a dog's claws and teeth and hard play could easily break this.
1465531
Good day Veronica. The Bone Pool is excellent for wading and normal playing by you dog. The bottom is pretty scratch proof.As for chewing, anything will wear if it is chewed enough. Get your dog some chew bones. This product is made similarly like the heavy material that lines pick-up trucks. Hope this is of help to you.
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From everything i found, and after using it for about a year... there is no damage to dogs, no weird sounds to humans, and it is a miracle worker..... Just... DONT LET IT GET WET. Seems to have a problem being left out in the elements but if you put something like a piece of plastic over it you should be fine.
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I found mine on here and it has worked out for me and my three cats you may need to buy three for you dogs. I fill them up every three weeks but with dogs you will have to see how they drink to do there. I love mine and I love the water one also got it so when I go on vacation just fill and don't have any worrys. I hope this will help you
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We just bought & set up this pool primarily for the dog. She is about 45 pounds. We set up a ramp for her to get in, attached a small wood platform at the top, and have a ramp going down into the water. The inside ramp is set on a small plastic overturned washtub on the pool bottom. The set up is no problem for her! Her nails have not caused any problems either. She loves her pool! We do too :)
1716034
I would think the metal frame would be better. Depends how active or big your dog is. While it's a nice pool, it's not too strong.
1814121
Hi, did you end up trying this? I want to order it for my husky and curious if it works! Thank you!
988865
I honestly don't think your dogs can get their jaws around this. My brother has a mastiff too and went nuts for the jolly ball. The plastic is industructible- they give these to horses and zoo animals. They are a great toy! Personally I'd opt for the bigger ball, just because of the size of your dogs. I hope your dogs enjoy!!
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I apologize for responding so late. My 7 yr. old received this from me at Christmas and has slept with it every night. If you don't already have it, def. a great buy! We took "bunny" to the beach recently and she became covered with sand and marker somehow. I filled the sink up w cold water (hot sets in stains) along with some tide laundry detergent, and used a wash cloth to scrub the areas. I then used a hair dryer to dry the fur while running my fingers over it to prevent it from not laying properly. Bunny is as good as new.
550291
I think it's great quality and ours went through a lot of abuse but we never had a dog in it. The price is great so it would be worth a try. If this doesn't hold up you might have to stick with a hard plastic pool.
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Hey Stacy,.. I am not too sure,as I have a family of 5 bunnies that reside in an extra large dog cage, so they have the bottom of that to protect their feet. I did purchase one of the Peter mats but my rabbits had it totally torn apart after a few days. They also were spoiled using it, as they got a bit lazy and urinated on it etc. But regardless, It is worth trying out for the price! Just try n make sure u get something that is ok for them to ingest, as having a new item in their area may cause them to nip at it etc. Unless u get another new chew toy in there at the same time,.. it may help distract him or her from the new 'carpet". Sorry I couldn't be of more help!!! Best of Luck, Kristi Hey Stacy,.. I am not too sure,as I have a family of 5 bunnies that reside in an extra large dog cage, so they have the bottom of that to protect their feet. I did purchase one of the Peter mats but my rabbits had it totally torn apart after a few days. They also were spoiled using it, as they got a bit lazy and urinated on it etc. But regardless, It is worth trying out for the price! Just try n make sure u get something that is ok for them to ingest, as having a new item in their area may cause them to nip at it etc. Unless u get another new chew toy in there at the same time,.. it may... » Read More Hey Stacy,.. I am not too sure,as I have a family of 5 bunnies that reside in an extra large dog cage, so they have the bottom of that to protect their feet. I did purchase one of the Peter mats but my rabbits had it totally torn apart after a few days. They also were spoiled using it, as they got a bit lazy and urinated on it etc. But regardless, It is worth trying out for the price! Just try n make sure u get something that is ok for them to ingest, as having a new item in their area may cause them to nip at it etc. Unless u get another new chew toy in there at the same time,.. it may help distract him or her from the new 'carpet". Sorry I couldn't be of more help!!! Best of Luck, Kristi « Show Less
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I always did and never had a problem. I used this all last year, and always had her in a disposable as well (our pool requires both). I'm back to buy the next size up because these unlike some others I've tried didn't leave red marks on her legs. I still plan on putting her in a disposable as well as this.
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I've had my Scottish Terrier using the pool at least 20 times so far. She is able to jump into and out of the pool. She loves it. So far, no scratch marks anywhere or tears. I do have the pool sitting on artificial turf, which has some give...so perhaps it makes the pool bottom etc more durable. This exact pool is on sale in California at a chain known as Big Lots for only $18...some doggie toys cost more than that! It's a big pool for the $$. Even if it only lasted a summer season, the $18 would be more than worth it.
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My dog has been! I think it would take some real effort for her to pop it, though probably not impossible. I've been pretty rough with mine though and only got one small hole on the bottom, probably from dragging it over oyster beds. The patch kit fixed it in five min and it has been fine since. I love it!
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I gave it to my dog for about 2 months and she seemed to be a little better but now I am not giving it her she has reverted back to eating poop. It seems to be a habit that is hard to break the vet told me to put meat tenderizer in her meals but I don't think that worked either. Someone told me not to pick up and put hot chili sauce on it and when they go to eat it it taste bad and that sometimes helps. We pick up all the time but if there is one lot out there she finds it, we tell her off but she still does it. I am told it is a natural thing but I have never had a dog that did it before, so very frustrating. Sorry I haven't been much help but that's my experience. I gave it to my dog for about 2 months and she seemed to be a little better but now I am not giving it her she has reverted back to eating poop. It seems to be a habit that is hard to break the vet told me to put meat tenderizer in her meals but I don't think that worked either. Someone told me not to pick up and put hot chili sauce on it and when they go to eat it it taste bad and that sometimes helps. We pick up all the time but if there is one lot out there she finds it, we tell her off but she still does it. I am told it is a natural thing but I have never had a dog that did it before,... » Read More I gave it to my dog for about 2 months and she seemed to be a little better but now I am not giving it her she has reverted back to eating poop. It seems to be a habit that is hard to break the vet told me to put meat tenderizer in her meals but I don't think that worked either. Someone told me not to pick up and put hot chili sauce on it and when they go to eat it it taste bad and that sometimes helps. We pick up all the time but if there is one lot out there she finds it, we tell her off but she still does it. I am told it is a natural thing but I have never had a dog that did it before, so very frustrating. Sorry I haven't been much help but that's my experience. « Show Less
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I take my dog Mister to.daycare. He was so nervous and scared he wouldn't get out of my.vehicle. I put it on him before we left. He jumped out to go into daycare. When I picked him up they said that he played with the other dogs. I asked them to keep it on him. I am so relieved it calmed him down. Yes, it helped him tremendously. He seemed more relaxed when I picked him up.
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My dog fell in the pool earlier this summer and after fishing him out, I immediately removed the collar, dried it off and we had no problems. He also loves to play in dirt, roll in wet grass, etc. and we've had no issues. But that is the extent that we have tested out the "waterproof" feature. :)