In summer, not only people long for cooling off, dogs also like to romp in the cool water. But a normal pool is not an option if you don’t have a lake or stream around the corner. We present strong dog pools for young and old that can withstand any bathing action.
It is warm again in Germany and not only people, but also animals are happy about the bathing season. Since dogs cannot sweat, our four-legged friends are all the more happy about a refreshing dip in the cool water. Unfortunately, not every dog owner has a lake, river or stream in the immediate vicinity. So what can be done so that the dog doesn’t have to go without bathing fun on hot days?
The answer is a dog pool. They differ from conventional above ground pools in a few points: It is important that the pool is particularly hard-wearing and can withstand the dog’s claws and teeth. After all, scratches and bite marks at the pool when playing and romping are almost unavoidable. Particularly practical: Many of the pools are kept quite neutral in design and therefore also serve as a classic pool, for example for children.
The selection of such special dog pools is now huge: pools to build up, compact pools, pools to travel and so on. Choosing the right model is not that easy.
Dog pools in comparison
Essentially, there are two different dog pool models that differ depending on the space, purpose and size of the animal – not just in price.
folding pool
These are the most popular pools for dogs online. Because folding pools for dogs have several advantages: They can usually be packed up small and are therefore ideal for on the go. Even in winter you don’t have any space eaters that take up storage space in the garage, garden or basement. The downside: These pools are usually less durable than the plastic alternative.
plastic pool
If you are looking for something particularly robust, a pool made of solid plastic is the best choice. They are not only very stable, but can also be used as a dog bed in winter. With a suitable dog cushion, the pool is your pet’s permanent retreat. The downside: These models cannot be folded or easily stowed away. The pool is therefore less suitable for trips or excursions.
In the following table we show you two top models in the two categories and also present a cheap price tip. Please note that prices may vary depending on size. In the table we indicate the purchase price of the dimensions 120×30 cm.
Comparison instead of test: What’s the difference?
For this comparison, a CHIP specialist editor examined test reports from other publications as well as the most popular offers (“best sellers”) and customer opinions from online retailers. Based on this we made the product selection. When selecting the top devices, we focus on models with more than four stars and a reasonably high number of reviews. We have read a selection of customer reviews and selected devices that, based on our professional assessment, meet the needs of the users. The products have not been tested in the CHIP test center.
All products that the CHIP test center had in the laboratory can be found in this list of the best. Products that have also been tested by our cooperation partners can be found in our test & purchase advice and in our consumer portal.
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