There is something irresistible about water on a warm walk. One glimpse of a pond, stream or muddy riverbank and some dogs are already halfway in before we have considered whether it is actually safe. Most waterside walks can still be enjoyed perfectly safely. This isn’t about keeping every dog out of the water; it is about taking a few seconds to check the conditions first. That matters because water which looks inviting may contain algae or bacteria, while currents, steep b