Can dogs get ill threw swimming in rivers?

Question

my dog luvs swimming in our local river a passer by told us your dog will become ill

Answer 1

Only if the River is condemned to stay out of. Some rivers are dirty.

Answer 2

Yes, dogs can contract a deadly condition called Wales Disease from Rats Urine, this causes a lot of problems for the dog and is often fatal in 5 days or less, if your dog is vaccinated then it's ok but if not its best to avoid any open water other than the sea on clean beaches.  

Answer 3

hiya they can in some rivers.

Answer 4

If the river doesn't have much pollution in it, then your dog should be fine. If you know the name of the river, I'd try looking it up, or just drive around it a little and check for anything that could cause harmful pollution in it. Just make sure your dog doesn't eat any strange plants on the bank of the river.  

Answer 5

If you have seen anyone fishing in the river it is safe(unless they are releasing)you could ask them.

I hope its not unsafe,mine swim in the river a lot...I just have to watch for snapping turtles.