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Summertime pool tips 🐍 💦

Now that the hottest days of summer are here, there’s no better activity than cooling off in the pool! But you are not the only one with that idea. Many wildlife species, including snakes, often end up in pools. Luckily, the snakes want to swim with you as little as you want to swim with them! With a little precaution, you can prevent wildlife from getting trapped up in your pool.

The sight of an animal in your pool is a common occurrence in the summertime. Numerous animals, including frogs, mice, birds, snakes, and even deer can end up in pools. They are attracted to the pool for the same reason we are - a refreshing retreat from the summer heat and for many animals a vital source of water. But unfortunately many of these animals fall in and can’t get out. These trapped animals often spend hours struggling at the water’s surface, and often succumb to exhaustion and drown.

This is where you can step into help! Wildlife species often get trapped in pools due to the elevated rim around the water. By implementing an animal escape ramp such as a frog log, animals can use these nifty devices to crawl out the pool and leave the water just for you. They are relatively cheap and can be bought online. But even without spending money there are still things you can do to discourage animals from hanging out around your pool.

Another thing that people often forget is that the pool’s water isn’t the only thing attracting animals. Items left around the pool, like noodles, skimmers, and floats can also attract small animals. A pool noodle hole is perfect place for a snake to crawl in, and they often find their way into skimmers as well. These items provide shade and shelter for snakes trying to escape the hot sun - and the snake can’t tell the difference between a tree log and a pool noodle. So remember to keep your poolside tidy as well!

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