 Although most cats don't like water, pool safety is still an important part of keeping your kitty safe. Here are a few pointers for making sure your feline pet stays out of danger. Teach her to swim. Granted, not all cats will even get in the water, much less want to swim. But teaching your cat how to handle herself once in the pool could save her life as well as give her a fun new thing to do. The principles of kitty swim lessons are based on a very slow introduction to the water and the safety of your arms. Wearing a long sleeved wet suit and gloves is a good idea, and gradually letting her instinct take over until she's swimming on her own. Patience is key in feline swim school. Help her out. Getting into the pool is easier for pets than getting out. Kitty's soaked fur makes her heavier, and the reverse buoyancy of the water upon her exit makes it difficult to get out. If your cat is a pool lover, consider installing a scamper ramp to help her get out after she's done splashing around. These devices are specially designed to assist four-legged friends in climbing out of a body of water. Dry out her ears. Competitive swimmers know that swimmers' ear, an infection caused by residual pool water leading to bacterial growth in the outer ear canal, is quite painful and slow to heal. Cats can be vulnerable to ear infections as well if thorough drying after immersion is neglected. Use as many soft cotton balls as necessary to gently soak up any leftover moisture in kitty's ears after she takes a dip. Dr. Billy Griswold of Priority Pet Hospital in Gilbert, Arizona, says a drying ear cleanser is quite effective as well. Beware of the pool chemicals. While a short dip probably won't hurt your pet, chlorine and other pool chemicals are best kept away from kitty's sensitive skin and delicate inner system. Keep your feline from drinking the pool water by keeping a bowl of fresh water in a shady poolside spot. Once she's finished with her refreshing dip in the pool, rinse her off thoroughly to remove any residual chemicals in her fur. Finish off with a brisk towel rub, a treat, and a cozy corner so she can enjoy it after swim nap. Get an alarm. For non-swimming kitties, prevention can be your best ally in keeping your cat safe around your swimming pool. Griswold recommends that pet parents invest in a water-detecting collar that comes with a remote alarm speaker. When the sensor gets wet, the alarm sounds like a danger alert. Other alarms that are made to detect disturbances to the water's surface are more sensitive to wind and can sound too many false calls, thus are not recommended. Hello. This video is sponsored by Beemix Pets. Are you looking for high-quality cat collars at an affordable cost? Check out BeemixPets.com. Use coupon code KittenLife to get 20% off. Strap on a life vest. Flotation devices and life jackets for kitty can make a hot day hotter, but they also let her get in on the splashing fun while ensuring she stays afloat. Life vests should only be used when your cat is being monitored with parental supervision. Keep a close eye on her while decked out in her life-saving garb to immediately detect signs of overheating, panting, drooling, restlessly pacing to seek a cool spot, sweaty feet, and excessive grooming in an effort to make herself cooler. Learn kitty CPR. Knowing how to resuscitate your cat after an accidental jump into the water can mean the difference between life and death. Pet CPR and first-aid courses prepare pet parents to provide life-saving techniques in those few precious minutes following an accident. No matter how close your veterinarian is to your home, the travel time may be too long for your furry friend. Interested students can take classes either in person or online for a nominal fee to ensure they're prepared for pet accidents, but Griswold recommends hands-on classes. Whether your cat takes to the water or not, these simple tips should help everyone, including your cat, have fun around the pool. Letting pets use the pool. In addition to the safety concerns for your pet, you wanna make sure that your pet is not making your pool unsafe. If your pool has a vinyl lining, it may be best not to let pets in. A stray claw can pierce and rip the vinyl lining, seriously damaging the pool. Also, when your pet swims in the pool, they introduce all sorts of body oils, dirt, and bacteria. Make sure you keep the pool filter on a little longer and monitor your free chlorine levels. Treat your pool as you would after heavy use from humans, such as after a pool party. Keeping track of your free chlorine and other chemical levels on a regular basis is the best way to keep your pool and everyone in it safe. Have fun and keep your pets in the pool safe. When it comes to pet pool safety, there are a lot of ways to keep your pets safe while also enjoying their time with you. So enjoy a few laughs and smiles. Keep you and your pets cool during the hot Atlanta summer. But most importantly, enjoy your pet's company. If you enjoyed this video, kindly press the like button. Also don't forget to subscribe with notifications on, so that you don't miss out on videos like this. Thank you for watching.