Fun in the Water for Four-Legged Friends: Dog Bathing Makes Its Debut in Dresden

Fun with animals that goes deeper: Dresden’s municipal swimming pool authority organized its first-ever dog swimming days, striking a chord with two- and four-legged friends alike. For the premiere at the Mockritz Natural Swimming Pool, nearly 100 dogs and about twice as many owners showed up in the afternoon amid perfect swimming weather with plenty of sunshine. “We’re very satisfied. That was great,” pool manager Matthias Pilz told the German Press Agency.

Two dogs tried out the water slide

Dogs in stylish swimsuits were also spotted at the event. Two dogs even tried out the water slide, Pilz reported. From the tiny Yorkshire Terrier to the Great Dane, many dog breeds proved to be water lovers. Some owners also ventured into the water, according to reports. 

Admission to the swimming fun cost 3 euros for the dog and its owner combined. As the season winds down, this also brings some money into the city’s coffers. The swimming fun is set to take place again on Sunday. With this event, Dresdner Bäder GmbH had fulfilled a wish expressed by many dog owners.

An opportunity to meet new dog friends

“This is our response to a recurring demand. On the spacious grounds in Mockritz, with its natural pond, four-legged friends of all sizes will find the perfect conditions to run around, sniff about, and meet new dog friends,” the company said.