vinyl pool and dog
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KMS Woodworks on May 31, 2012indoor outdoor carpet...or astro turf?Helpful Reply
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Michelle I on May 31, 2012would I glue these items to the vinyl and if so what kind of glue? thanksHelpful Reply
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KMS Woodworks on May 31, 2012The glue might conflict with the liners warranty etc. I was thinking about possible use of rare earth magnets under the liner secured to the steps them selves with epoxy. Then the carpet could also have magnets stitched into them at strategic locations This would provide for removal options without risk of damage to the liner itself.Helpful Reply
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Patsey R on May 31, 2012You can go to PetsMart and purchase nail covers for your dog. They're plastic and slide over the nails, and they're reuseable!1 marked as helpful Reply
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Designs by BSB on May 31, 2012not a good combination! also... understand that dog hair will also equate to a serious toll on the filtration system.Helpful Reply
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Michelle I on May 31, 2012I think after some thought and research I will try to go the simple route of bathtub mats that have suction on them and I will try also Patsey's idea of nail covers. I like the magnet idea but the contractor wasn't up for it and the earth magnets are really expensive. So paws crossed it'll all work out. Thanks everyoneHelpful Reply
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Woodbridge Environmental Tiptophouse.com on May 31, 2012I would keep the dogs out of the pool. The chemical filled water can cause all sorts of skin conditions on the dog if they go in a lot. Dog hair is also a big concern as it will plug the filter fast. Be sure to have a pre-filter installed to handle that. As far as dog nails. Keep them cut short. And I would not worry to much about them damaging the stairs. Where they will do damage is when they swim to the edges and try to grab onto the coping to get out. This is the spot that they will be curling their nails in an effort to get a grip. Its at that point they will cut into the vinyl.Helpful Reply
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KMS Woodworks on Jun 01, 2012do they make dog sized swim fins?Helpful Reply
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Deck and Patio Company "Outdoor Living Experts" on Sep 03, 2012We build a lot of vinyl pools, we have never had to fix or patch a hole or cut due to a dog. Your dog can use the pool!1 marked as helpful Reply
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Michelle I on Sep 03, 2012Thank you all, my dog has been taught not to go to the sides of the pool, she only goes up the stairs. I never did put anything on the stairs. Yes I do see my dogs hair in the water, a little extra work on my part, but she really enjoys cooling off, now that there is a fence around the pool she doesn't go in there unless I am. As far as chemicals, I have a salt chlorinator, and am hoping that once I get the balance right there wont be too many other chemicals. I think she will be ok.Helpful Reply
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Kristy B on May 31, 2013I have dogs in my pool and have trained then to only use the steps to exit the pool. You can also purchase a ramp to place on the side of the pool. http://www.amazon.com/Super-Skamper-Ramp-Safety-Pool/dp/B000A7JJ14/ref=sr_1_14?ie=UTF8&qid=1370037636&sr=8-14&keywords=pool+ramp+for+dogs1 marked as helpful Reply
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