'Dock Dogs' Competition

ELIZABETH, NJ - AUGUST 8: A competing dog swims during the "Dock Dogs" competition at the 2003 All Star Agility and Obedience Championships August 8, 2003 in Elizabeth, New Jersey. The dogs competed for the longest measured leap into the pool. (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images)

Dog Spa Thrives While Japan Enjoys National Holiday

TOKYO - MAY 4: A dog takes a bath in hot springs at Oedo Resort and Spa May 4, 2004 in Tokyo, Japan. Japan is on a long holiday (from May 1 to May 5) and some pet owners leave their animals at the spa. The spa offers swimming therapy and aromatherapy amongst other pooch pampering activities. (Photo by Koichi Kamoshida/Getty Images)

Heat Wave Grips New York City

NEW YORK - JULY 20: A dog named Harley cools off at a sprinkler in an Upper East Side park July 20, 2005 in New York City. Temperatures are expected to reach the mid 90's in the city again today. (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images)

Pet Dog Swimming Contest Held In Chengdu

CHENGDU, CHINA - JULY 31: (CHINA OUT) A dog swims during a pet dog swimming Contest at the Taoyuan Pet Center on July 31, 2005 in Chengdu of Sichuan Province, southwest China. Over 30 dogs have attended the match. According to state media, with the country's pet population growing fast, analysts predict that the market potential for the "pet economy" in China could reach a minimum of RMB 15 billion (about USD 1.85 billion). (Photo by China Photos/Getty Images)

Pet Dog Swimming Contest Held In Chengdu

CHENGDU, CHINA - JULY 31: (CHINA OUT) A dog swims during a pet dog swimming contest at the Taoyuan Pet Center on July 31, 2005 in Chengdu of Sichuan Province, southwest China. Over 30 dogs have attended the match. According to state media, with the country's pet population growing fast, analysts predict that the market potential for the "pet economy" in China could reach a minimum of RMB 15 billion (about USD 1.85 billion). (Photo by China Photos/Getty Images)

Pet Dog Swimming Contest Held In Chengdu

CHENGDU, CHINA - JULY 31: (CHINA OUT) Dogs swim during a pet dog swimming contest at the Taoyuan Pet Center on July 31, 2005 in Chengdu of Sichuan Province, southwest China. Over 30 dogs have attended the match. According to state media, with the country's pet population growing fast, analysts predict that the market potential for the "pet economy" in China could reach a minimum of RMB 15 billion (about USD 1.85 billion). (Photo by China Photos/Getty Images)

Pet Club At Beijing Park

BEIJING, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 10: (CHINA OUT) A dog swims at the Pet Club at a park on September 10, 2006 in Beijing, China. Experts predict that the annual sale of pet food and necessities in the country might top 6 billion yuan (about USD 750 million) in 2008, and the market potential for the "pet economy" in China could reach 15 billion yuan (about USD 1.9 billion) in the coming years. (Photo by China Photos/Getty Images)

Tourists Flock To Eilat During Passover Holiday

EILAT, ISRAEL - APRIL 27: Joker, the resident terrier dog at the Dolphin Reef center, frolics with the attraction's bottlenose dolphins during his daily swim April 27, 2005 in the Israeli Red Sea resort of Eilat. Tens of thousands of Israeli and foreign tourists are taking advantage of the Jewish passover holiday to enjoy the warm waters and sunny weather in Israel's southernmost city. (Photo by David Silverman/Getty Images)

Tourists Flock To Eilat During Passover Holiday

EILAT, ISRAEL - APRIL 27: Joker, the resident terrier dog at the Dolphin Reef center, frolics with the attraction's bottlenose dolphins during his daily swim April 27, 2005 in the Israeli Red Sea resort of Eilat. Tens of thousands of Israeli and foreign tourists are taking advantage of the Jewish passover holiday to enjoy the warm waters and sunny weather in Israel's southernmost city. (Photo by David Silverman/Getty Images)

Pet Dog Swimming Contest Held In Chengdu

CHENGDU, CHINA - JULY 31: (CHINA OUT) A dog dives during a pet dog swimming contest at the Taoyuan Pet Center on July 31, 2005 in Chengdu of Sichuan Province, southwest China. Over 30 dogs have attended the match. According to state media, with the country's pet population growing fast, analysts predict that the market potential for the "pet economy" in China could reach a minimum of RMB 15 billion (about USD 1.85 billion). (Photo by China Photos/Getty Images)

Fitness Club For Dogs Keeps Them Healthy

TOKYO - MARCH 17: 5-year-old obese dachshund swims in a swimming pool at El Perro aqua fitness club for dogs March 17, 2007 in Tokyo, Japan. El Perro provides fitness programs for dogs to keep them healthy, also offers diet courses for abese dogs where the wonders can learn how to balance their pet?s diet by comparing measured weight with ideal and calculating the amount of calories necessary for dogs to take. (Photo by Koichi Kamoshida/Getty Images)

"Fatty" the dog enjoys a swim in the fountain at M

AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND - AUGUST 22: "Fatty" the dog enjoys a swim in the fountain at Mission Bay on a warm day in Auckland, Thursday. (Photo by Michael Bradley/Getty Images)

Pet Club At Beijing Park

BEIJING, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 10: (CHINA OUT) A dog swims at the Pet Club at a park on September 10, 2006 in Beijing, China. Experts predict that the annual sale of pet food and necessities in the country might top 6 billion yuan (about USD 750 million) in 2008, and the market potential for the "pet economy" in China could reach 15 billion yuan (about USD 1.9 billion) in the coming years. (Photo by China Photos/Getty Images)

Dawn Finds Early Risers On Miami's Beaches

MIAMI BEACH, FL - JULY 25: Sandra Ramos and her dog, Buckfey, play in the surf as the sun rises over the beach July 25, 2007 in Miami Beach, Florida. He said he has been visiting the beach early in the morning for the last 40 years. The long stretch of beach sees walkers and early-morning exercisers along with other activity. (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

Cannes Film Festival 2009 - Festival Preparations

CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 12: A dog swims in a fountain prior to the start of the 62nd Cannes Film Festival on May 12, 2009 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Michael Buckner/Getty Images)

A New York City dog takes a break from t

New York, UNITED STATES: A New York City dog takes a break from the heat during a morning walk in the fountain at Columbus Circle 27 June 2007. The temperature in the city today is expected to reach in the 90's (32 Celcius). AFP PHOTO/ TIMOTHY A. CLARY (Photo credit should read TIMOTHY A. CLARY/AFP/Getty Images)

Pet Club At Beijing Park

BEIJING, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 10: (CHINA OUT) Dogs swim at the Pet Club at a park on September 10, 2006 in Beijing, China. Experts predict that the annual sale of pet food and necessities in the country might top 6 billion yuan (about USD 750 million) in 2008, and the market potential for the "pet economy" in China could reach 15 billion yuan (about USD 1.9 billion) in the coming years. (Photo by China Photos/Getty Images)

Pet Club At Beijing Park

BEIJING, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 10: (CHINA OUT) Dogs swim at the Pet Club at a park on September 10, 2006 in Beijing, China. Experts predict that the annual sale of pet food and necessities in the country might top 6 billion yuan (about USD 750 million) in 2008, and the market potential for the "pet economy" in China could reach 15 billion yuan (about USD 1.9 billion) in the coming years. (Photo by China Photos/Getty Images)

A New York City dog takes a break from t

New York, UNITED STATES: A New York City dog takes a break from the heat during a morning walk in the fountain at Columbus Circle 27 June 2007. The temperature in the city today is expected to reach in the 90's (32 Celcius). AFP PHOTO/ TIMOTHY A. CLARY (Photo credit should read TIMOTHY A. CLARY/AFP/Getty Images)

TO GO WITH AFP STORY :Roman canines beat

TO GO WITH AFP STORY :Roman canines beat dog days of summer Dogs jump in the pool to cool off at a beach for dogs on the Tiber river in Rome on August 24, 2009 . While dogs are barred from many of Rome's recreation venues, at Villa Bau they are king.AFP PHOTO/ Tiziana Fabi (Photo credit should read TIZIANA FABI/AFP/Getty Images)

TO GO WITH AFP STORY :Roman canines beat

TO GO WITH AFP STORY :Roman canines beat dog days of summer A dog and its owner cool off in a pool at a beach for dogs on the Tiber river in Rome on August 24, 2009 . While dogs are barred from many of Rome's recreation venues, at Villa Bau they are king.AFP PHOTO/ Tiziana Fabi (Photo credit should read TIZIANA FABI/AFP/Getty Images)

TO GO WITH AFPLifestyle-Thailand-animals

Bangkok, THAILAND: TO GO WITH AFPLifestyle-Thailand-animals-health,sched-FEATURE by Sam Reeves This picture taken 09 May, 2007 shows Jasmine, a golden retriever, enjoying a swim in the special doggie pool at a pet clinic in Bangkok. Wearing a life jacket like any good swimming student, the five-year-old golden retriever has her weekly doggie-paddle workout, aimed at shedding pounds, which her owner Gunyarat Kloy-Iam says she packed on because it's just too hot in Bangkok for her to go out for a walk. Veterinarians say rising affluence means many pets are also being spoilt rotten -- which usually means they are being grossly overfed. AFP PHOTO/PORNCHAI KITTIWONGSAKUL (Photo credit should read PORNCHAI KITTIWONGSAKUL/AFP/Getty Images)

A dog shakes itself dry after a swim in

A dog shakes itself dry after a swim in a lake near the eastern German town of Angermuende on August 23, 2009. The summer weather remains in Germany with temperatures reaching 30 degrees Celsius. AFP PHOTO DDP / THEO HEIMANN GERMANY OUT (Photo credit should read THEO HEIMANN/AFP/Getty Images)

A dog plays with a bottle of water in a

A dog plays with a bottle of water in a fountain on a hot summer day in Seville on August 18, 2009. Temperatures reached 38 degrees Celcius in the south of Spain.AFP PHOTO/ CRISTINA QUICLER (Photo credit should read CRISTINA QUICLER/AFP/Getty Images)

Daisy, a Yorkshire Terrier, take a dive

Daisy, a Yorkshire Terrier, take a dive in a swimming pool Mirandabad in Amsterdam, on September 2, 2009. Several dogs swim in the pool to close the outside swimming season. This annual event takes place in a different pool each year. AFP PHOTO ANP OLAF KRAAK netherlands out - belgium out (Photo credit should read OLAF KRAAK/AFP/Getty Images)

Canine "Jake" dives into the water durin

Canine "Jake" dives into the water during the DockDogs event at the World Dog Games in Sydney on November 1, 2009. The games feature four dog sports, Flyball, Agility, Canine Disc and Diving Dogs and apart from their visual appeal they demonstrate the special bond the dogs share with their handlers and owners. AFP PHOTO / Greg WOOD (Photo credit should read GREG WOOD/AFP/Getty Images)

A dog surfs during the 4th Annual Loews

A dog surfs during the 4th Annual Loews Coronado Bay Resort Surf Dog Competion in Imperial Beach, California, on June 20, 2009. AFP PHOTO / GABRIEL BOUYS (Photo credit should read GABRIEL BOUYS/AFP/Getty Images)

Dogs surf during the 4th Annual Loews Co

Dogs surf during the 4th Annual Loews Coronado Bay Resort Surf Dog Competion in Imperial Beach, California, on June 20, 2009. AFP PHOTO / GABRIEL BOUYS (Photo credit should read GABRIEL BOUYS/AFP/Getty Images)

Melbourne Swelters In Record-Equalling Overnight Temperatures

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 12: A man swims with his dog at St Kilda Beach on January 12, 2010 in Melbourne, Australia. Melbourne recorded its equal hottest night ever last night with temperatures hovering above 34 degrees celsius for most of the night, equalling the previous hottest night in February 1902. (Photo by Scott Barbour/Getty Images)

Melbourne Swelters In Record-Equalling Overnight Temperatures

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 12: A woman takes her dog into the water at St Kilda Beach on January 12, 2010 in Melbourne, Australia. Melbourne recorded its equal hottest night ever last night with temperatures hovering above 34 degrees celsius for most of the night, equalling the previous hottest night in February 1902. (Photo by Scott Barbour/Getty Images)

Melbourne Swelters In Record-Equalling Overnight Temperatures

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 12: A woman takes her dog into the water at St Kilda Beach on January 12, 2010 in Melbourne, Australia. Melbourne recorded its equal hottest night ever last night with temperatures hovering above 34 degrees celsius for most of the night, equalling the previous hottest night in February 1902. (Photo by Scott Barbour/Getty Images)

Daisy, a Yorkshire Terrier, has caught a

Daisy, a Yorkshire Terrier, has caught a ball in the toddler bath of swimming pool Mirandabad in Amsterdam, on September 2, 2009. Several dogs swim in the pool to close the outside swimming season. This annual event takes place in a different pool each year. AFP PHOTO ANP OLAF KRAAK netherlands out - belgium out (Photo credit should read OLAF KRAAK/AFP/Getty Images)

A dog competes during the 5th annual Loe

A dog competes during the 5th annual Loews Coronado bay resort surf dog competition in Imperial Beach, south of San Diego, California on May 22, 2010. AFP PHOTO / GABRIEL BOUYS (Photo credit should read GABRIEL BOUYS/AFP/Getty Images)

A dog competes during the 5th annual Loe

A dog competes during the 5th annual Loews Coronado bay resort surf dog competition in Imperial Beach, south of San Diego, California on May 22, 2010. AFP PHOTO / GABRIEL BOUYS (Photo credit should read GABRIEL BOUYS/AFP/Getty Images)

A dog shakes to dry a fur after his cool

A dog shakes to dry a fur after his cool off in the Berounka river near the village of Cernosice, some 25km from Prague, on July 12, 2010, as temperatures rose over 30 degrees Celsius. AFP PHOTO/ MICHAL CIZEK (Photo credit should read MICHAL CIZEK/AFP/Getty Images)

A happy dog runs in fountain to cool him

A happy dog runs in fountain to cool him off during a hot summer day on June 7, 2010 in the Ukrainian capital of Kiev. AFP PHOTO/ SERGEI SUPINSKY (Photo credit should read SERGEI SUPINSKY/AFP/Getty Images)

Surfer dogs Deagan leaves the water afte

Surfer dogs Deagan leaves the water after riding waves to the beach during the annual Surf City Surf Dog competition at Huntington Beach in California on September 19, 2010. AFP PHOTO/Mark RALSTON (Photo credit should read MARK RALSTON/AFP/Getty Images)

A labrador trained for rescue at sea, tr

A labrador trained for rescue at sea, trains with her instructor at Riva dei Tarquini in the Tyrrhenian Sea about 100kms north of Rome on August 22, 2010. This summer, Italy discovered a special squad of rescue workers : some 300 dogs ready to help save lives on dozens of Italian beaches. AFP PHOTO / Tiziana Fabi (Photo credit should read TIZIANA FABI/AFP/Getty Images)

TO GO WITH AFP STORY BY FRANCOISE KADRI

TO GO WITH AFP STORY BY FRANCOISE KADRI Two labrador dogs trained for rescue at sea, walk with their instructors during a patrol at Riva dei Tarquini in the Tyrrhenian Sea about 100kms north of Rome on August 22, 2010. This summer, Italy discovered a special squad of rescue workers: some 300 dogs ready to help save lives on dozens of Italian beaches. AFP PHOTO / Tiziana Fabi (Photo credit should read TIZIANA FABI/AFP/Getty Images)

A surf dog rides a wave to the beach dur

A surf dog rides a wave to the beach during the annual Surf City Surf Dog competition at Huntington Beach in California on September 19, 2010. AFP PHOTO/Mark RALSTON (Photo credit should read MARK RALSTON/AFP/Getty Images)

TO GO WITH AFP STORY BY FRANCOISE KADRI

TO GO WITH AFP STORY BY FRANCOISE KADRI Labrador dog trained for rescue at sea, stand watch with their instructors during a patrol at Riva dei Tarquini in the Tyrrhenian Sea about 100kms north of Rome on August 22, 2010. This summer, Italy discovered a special squad of rescue workers: some 300 dogs ready to help save lives on dozens of Italian beaches. AFP PHOTO / Tiziana Fabi (Photo credit should read TIZIANA FABI/AFP/Getty Images)

A dog driks water during the celebration

A dog driks water during the celebrations for the World Animal Day on October 3, 2010, in Medellin, Antioquia department, Colombia. AFP PHOTO/Raul ARBOLEDA (Photo credit should read RAUL ARBOLEDA/AFP/Getty Images)

TO GO WITH Italy-animals-dogs-rescue, FE

TO GO WITH Italy-animals-dogs-rescue, FEATURE by Francoise Kadri In a picture taken on August 22, 2010 a labrador dog trained for rescue at sea, swims with his instructor during a patrol at Riva dei Tarquini in the Tyrrhenian Sea about 100kms north of Rome. This summer, Italy discovered a special squad of rescue workers: some 300 dogs ready to help save lives on dozens of Italian beaches. AFP PHOTO / Tiziana Fabi (Photo credit should read TIZIANA FABI/AFP/Getty Images)

TO GO WITH AFP STORY BY FRANCOISE KADRI

TO GO WITH AFP STORY BY FRANCOISE KADRI A labrador dog trained for rescue at sea, swims during a patrol at Riva dei Tarquini in the Tyrrhenian Sea about 100kms north of Rome on August 22, 2010. This summer, Italy discovered a special squad of rescue workers: some 300 dogs ready to help save lives on dozens of Italian beaches. AFP PHOTO / Tiziana Fabi (Photo credit should read TIZIANA FABI/AFP/Getty Images)

TO GO WITH Italy-animals-dogs-rescue, FE

TO GO WITH Italy-animals-dogs-rescue, FEATURE by Francoise Kadri In a picture taken on August 22, 2010 a labrador dog plunges into the sea during a patrol at Riva dei Tarquini in the Tyrrhenian Sea about 100kms north of Rome. This summer, Italy discovered a special squad of rescue workers: some 300 dogs ready to help save lives on dozens of Italian beaches. AFP PHOTO / Tiziana Fabi (Photo credit should read TIZIANA FABI/AFP/Getty Images)

A man give water to his dog during a rac

A man give water to his dog during a race in Guatemala City on October 17, 2010. AFP PHOTO/Johan ORDONEZ (Photo credit should read JOHAN ORDONEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

A dog competes during the 5th annual Loe

A dog competes during the 5th annual Loews Coronado bay resort surf dog competition in Imperial Beach, south of San Diego, California on May 22, 2010. AFP PHOTO / GABRIEL BOUYS (Photo credit should read GABRIEL BOUYS/AFP/Getty Images)

US Marines Patrol Remote Part Of Helmand Province Near Kajaki Dam

KAJAKI, AFGHANISTAN - OCTOBER 12: Marines with India Battery, 3rd Battalion, 12th Marine Regiment and their improvised explosive device (IED) sniffing dog go for a swim in the reservoir above the Kajaki dam during a break in action at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Zeebrugge on October 12, 2010 in Kajaki, Afghanistan. The Marines of India Battery, 3rd Battalion, 12th Marine Regiment are responsible for securing the area near the Kajaki Damn on the Helmand River. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)

Rudy the Australian Shepard attempts to

Rudy the Australian Shepard attempts to catch a toy, as it lands in a water tank during the Dock Diving heats of the 10th annual AKC/Eukanuba National Dog Championship in Long Beach on December 3, 2010. Nearly 2,500 dogs will compete for more than $225,000 in cash prizes at the National Championship and dogs from 43 international countries will also compete in the Eukanuba World Challenge including dogs from Australia, Ireland, Italy, Japan, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. The Eukanuba World Challenge is a unique event offering top dogs from countries around the world the opportunity to compete for prestigious international recognition. AFP PHOTO/Mark RALSTON (Photo credit should read MARK RALSTON/AFP/Getty Images)

Chevron World Challenge - Round Three

THOUSAND OAKS, CA - DECEMBER 4: Two local dogs jump in the lake by the 18th green following round three of the Chevron World Challenge at Sherwood Country Club on December 4, 2010 in Thousand Oaks, California. (Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

Floodwater Inundates Victorian Towns

HORSHAM, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 18: Dog plays in flooded yard as residents start pumping water from property on January 18, 2011 in Horsham, Australia. Residents and emergency crews sandbagged properties and evacuations have been ordered in the town experiencing the worst flooding in over 200 years. A relief centre has been set-up in at Horsham Town Hall and emergency crews are on-site as the Wimmera River water level reaches it's peak. The Victorian floods have so far claimed one life, with the body of a missing seven-year-old boy believed to be found earlier today. (Photo by Richard Kendall/Getty Images)

Australia Celebrates Christmas

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 25: A man swims with his dog at Bondi Beach on December 25, 2010 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Don Arnold/Getty Images)

Surfer dogs Deagan rides a wave to the b

MARK RALSTON/AFP/Getty Images

Surfer dogs Deagan rides a wave to the beach during the annual Surf City Surf Dog competition at Huntington Beach in California on September 19, 2010. AFP PHOTO/Mark RALSTON (Photo credit should read MARK RALSTON/AFP/Getty Images)

Rudy the Australian Shepard dog catches

Rudy the Australian Shepard dog catches a toy, as it prepares to land in a water tank during the Dock Diving heats of the 10th annual AKC/Eukanuba National Dog Championship in Long Beach on December 3, 2010. Nearly 2,500 dogs will compete for more than $225,000 in cash prizes at the National Championship and dogs from 43 international countries will also compete in the Eukanuba World Challenge including dogs from Australia, Ireland, Italy, Japan, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. The Eukanuba World Challenge is a unique event offering top dogs from countries around the world the opportunity to compete for prestigious international recognition. AFP PHOTO/Mark RALSTON (Photo credit should read MARK RALSTON/AFP/Getty Images)

Vic Marshall watches his dog Rudy the Au

Vic Marshall watches his dog Rudy the Australian Shepard attempt to catch a toy, as it lands in a water tank during the Dock Diving heats of the 10th annual AKC/Eukanuba National Dog Championship in Long Beach on December 3, 2010. Nearly 2,500 dogs will compete for more than $225,000 in cash prizes at the National Championship and dogs from 43 international countries will also compete in the Eukanuba World Challenge including dogs from Australia, Ireland, Italy, Japan, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. The Eukanuba World Challenge is a unique event offering top dogs from countries around the world the opportunity to compete for prestigious international recognition. AFP PHOTO/Mark RALSTON (Photo credit should read MARK RALSTON/AFP/Getty Images)

Vhoebe the dog lands in a water tank dur

Vhoebe the dog lands in a water tank during the Dock Diving heats of the 10th annual AKC/Eukanuba National Dog Championship in Long Beach on December 3, 2010. Nearly 2,500 dogs will compete for more than $225,000 in cash prizes at the National Championship and dogs from 43 international countries will also compete in the Eukanuba World Challenge including dogs from Australia, Ireland, Italy, Japan, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. The Eukanuba World Challenge is a unique event offering top dogs from countries around the world the opportunity to compete for prestigious international recognition. AFP PHOTO/Mark RALSTON (Photo credit should read MARK RALSTON/AFP/Getty Images)

Floodwater Inundates Victorian Towns

HORSHAM, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 18: A dog plays in a flooded yard as residents start pumping water from property on January 18, 2011 in Horsham, Australia. Residents and emergency crews sandbagged properties and evacuations have been ordered in the town experiencing the worst flooding in over 200 years. A relief centre has been set-up in at Horsham Town Hall and emergency crews are on-site as the Wimmera River water level reaches it's peak. The Victorian floods have so far claimed one life, with the body of a missing seven-year-old boy believed to be found earlier today. (Photo by Richard Kendall/Getty Images)

Britain Basks In Sunshine As The Easter Holidays Get Underway

PADSTOW, UNITED KINGDOM - APRIL 21: A dog tries to escape its lead and run into the sea as visitors enjoy the fine weather in Polzeath near Padstow on April 21, 2011 in Cornwall, England. The UK is currently basking in fine weather with the Met Office forecasting record breaking temperatures for the Easter weekend. The fine weather comes as many people are taking advantage of the combination of a late Easter and an additional Bank Holiday for the Royal Wedding, to take extended breaks and holidays. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

Rising Rivers And Tributaries Continue To Flood Southern Communities

VICKSBURG, MS - MAY 21: A neighborhood dog named Bruiser runs through the floodwaters of the Mississippi River to approach a visitor on May 21, 2011 in Vicksburg, Mississippi. The Mississippi crested downstream at a record 61.9 feet in Natchez, Mississippi today. Heavy rains have left the ground saturated, rivers swollen, and have caused widespread flooding in Louisiana. Mississippi, Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Arkansas. (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images)

Rising Rivers And Tributaries Continue To Flood Southern Communities

VICKSBURG, MS - MAY 21: A neighborhood dog named Bruiser swims through the floodwaters of the Mississippi River on May 21, 2011 in Vicksburg, Mississippi. The Mississippi crested downstream at a record 61.9 feet in Natchez, Mississippi today. Heavy rains have left the ground saturated, rivers swollen, and have caused widespread flooding in Louisiana. Mississippi, Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Arkansas. (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images)

A dog competes during the 6th annual Loe

A dog competes during the 6th annual Loews Coronado Bay resort surf dog competition in Imperial Beach, near San Diego on June 4, 2011. AFP PHOTO / GABRIEL BOUYS (Photo credit should read GABRIEL BOUYS/AFP/Getty Images)

Rising Rivers And Tributaries Continue To Flood Southern Communities

VICKSBURG, MS - MAY 21: A neighborhood dog named Bruiser walks through the floodwaters of the Mississippi River on May 21, 2011 in Vicksburg, Mississippi. The Mississippi crested downstream at a record 61.9 feet in Natchez, Mississippi today. Heavy rains have left the ground saturated, rivers swollen, and have caused widespread flooding in Louisiana. Mississippi, Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Arkansas. (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images)

San Francisco Bay Area Hit With Heat Wave

SAN FRANCISCO, CA - JUNE 21: A dog fetches a stick in the water at Ocean Beach on June 21, 2011 in San Francisco, California. On the first day of summer, the San Francisco Bay Area is experience its first heat wave of the season with temperatures in the 70's at the coast and up to 100 degrees in the inland areas. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

Heat Wave Brings Temperatures Into Upper 90's In New York City

NEW YORK - JULY 12: Herb Nieves and his dog Max, a red nose pit-bull, cool out in the Columbus Circle fountain during a heat wave on July 12, 2011 in New York City. The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory as the heat index is expected to reach 100 in New York City. The city has kept cooling centers open to help residents beat the heat and humidity. (Photo by Ramin Talaie/Getty Images)

Heat Wave Brings Temperatures Into Upper 90's In New York City

NEW YORK - JULY 12: Max, a red nose pitbull cools himself in the Columbus Circle fountain during a heat wave on July 12, 2011 in New York City. The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory as the heat index is expected to reach 100 in New York City. The city has kept cooling centers open to help residents beat the heat and humidity. (Photo by Ramin Talaie/Getty Images)

A dog competes during the 6th annual Loe

A dog competes during the 6th annual Loews Coronado Bay resort surf dog competition in Imperial Beach, near San Diego on June 4, 2011. AFP PHOTO / GABRIEL BOUYS (Photo credit should read GABRIEL BOUYS/AFP/Getty Images)

A dog lays on a sprinkler at a dog park

A dog lays on a sprinkler at a dog park on the Upper East Side of New York City on July 21, 2011 as people and animals try different ways to beat the hot weather. Heat indexes are expected to reach near 105F degrees (40.5C) . AFP PHOTO / TIMOTHY A. CLARY (Photo credit should read TIMOTHY A. CLARY/AFP/Getty Images)

A dog walks on sand sacks in the area fl

A dog walks on sand sacks in the area flooded by the overflowing of the river Bogota, following heavy rains in Cajica, department of Cundinamarca, Colombia, on May 16, 2011. Heavy rain over the past 48 hours in Colombia left 650 new homeless families in 10 departments, which already amounts to 120 deaths resulting from floods, landslides and flooding, said an official spokesman. AFP PHOTO/Guillermo LEGARIA (Photo credit should read GUILLERMO LEGARIA/AFP/Getty Images)