BANGKOK -- Dogs, like us humans, need their exercise. But what is an owner to do when temperatures are soaring and long walks are out of the question? The answer in the often-sweltering Thai capital: swimming lessons.
Pet ownership in the Southeast Asian country has been rising since the early 2000s. This coincides with the growth of the middle class, as well as a shift toward smaller families as the birthrate falls and the population grays.
