Why Dog Pools Are Never “Balanced”

Clients adore their dogs, and many let them swim daily. We get real about what that means for your route: higher bather load, stubborn scum lines, clogged filters, and chlorine that seems to vanish overnight. Instead of fighting the habit, we show you how to build a resilient service plan that keeps water safe, controls algae pressure, and protects your margins without overpromising on crystal clarity that won’t last.

We break down three levels of dog use—from paw-dipping to full-on pack swimmers—and how each one shifts your approach. You’ll learn the practical deterrents that actually work when owners want fewer swims, like blocking step entry with a lounge chair or adding mesh barriers, plus the safety caveats around blankets and nets. Most importantly, we map out a chemistry toolkit tailored for canine-heavy pools: borates around 50 ppm to stabilize and slow algae, enzymes to chew through oils and reduce tile line buildup, and phosphate remover to cut algae fuel. If you’re considering mineral systems like PoolRx, we explain when to install them and why timing matters to avoid hair discoloration under high chlorine.

 Expect shorter lifespans for cartridges and grids, tighter cleaning intervals, and messier tear-downs that justify premium pricing. We show you how to present these changes to clients with transparent scripts that align expectations, normalize extra charges for chemicals and cleanings, and keep relationships positive even when the water can’t stay showroom clear.




• defining levels of dog usage and impact
• simple ways to block step entry when owners agree
• setting a realistic visual baseline for water quality
• borates for stability and algae resistance
• enzymes and phosphate remover for oils and clarity
• timing mineral systems to avoid hair discoloration
• higher chlorine demand and on-site cal hypo
• accelerated filter cleaning and replacement cycles
• transparent pricing for added chemicals and labor
• resources for more training and support


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