Guest guest Posted August 10, 2012 Report Share Posted August 10, 2012 i have a similar set up with two pools...there are several factors to consider...we use bromine as our sanitization (as well as UV light to reduce amount of chemicals)...we shock the pool with non chlorine shock based on the number of dogs (and if we have really cloudy water from a particular dirty dog then we shock...) typically i find 5 or more dogs... the most important factors to consider with pool water management is bromine levels, (if the levels are too low or too high then all the other readings are not accurate) if the bromine is within normal limits (i.e. 3-5) then there is no need to shock...however, the bromine levels can change throughout the day so we employ testing twice daily...if the bromine is too low, then we shock...if the bromine is high we leave the bromine out, and allow a few dirty dogs, then bromine goes back to normal (you see bromine gets used based on the need to eat up 'dirt') if the bromine levels are normal but the ph is high (or low) then you need to add PH up or down..typically if PH is not normal you need to look at alkalinity...if alkalinity is below 100 then you need to add baking soda to get the levels back up.... you don't want a pool that is too acidic as it hurts dogs eyes... anyway there are a number of simple rules to follow in managing water....if you need more info i would be happy to help you can email me off list if you wish tania Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 10, 2012 Report Share Posted August 10, 2012 Pool Chemistry is very important, whether you are a dog or a person The important part is sanitation in a rehabilitation facility, but you also have to keep the water safe to be in as well. The best resource for learning about pool chemistry is www.troublefreepool.com and there is a handy pool chemistry calculator at www.poolcalculator.com (if you are using chlorine, I do not know of a good one for bromine . . . put in your gallon size, input your tests results and it will help you calculate what to add to balance). You can use whatever sanitation source you want (Bromine, Chlorine, etc.), but the cheapest thing to use is actually Chlorox (good chlorine source, easy to add just the right amount to get your level where you want it immediately), Arm & Hammer Baking Soda & Muriatic Acid (for pH control) - get a good test kit (strips are not all that accurate) - you can find those at a pool supply store or get a better deal at www.tftestkits.net Steve -- T. Pittenger, DVM Diplomate, American Board of Veterinary Practitioners Board Certified in Canine & Feline Practice Memorial-610 Hospital for Animals 910 Antoine Drive Houston, TX 77024 Voice Fax http://www.mem610.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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