As the temperature heats up, so does the risk of your pet overheating. Here are some tips to keep your doggie or doggies cool:
- Never leave your dog in a parked car
This might sound like a no-brainer but even if you're running out for a minute or two, don't do it. Things heat up quickly and even on an 85-degree day, the temperature inside a car with the windows opened slightly can reach 102 degrees within 10 minutes. - Keep them hydrated
Make sure that the water bowl is always full of fresh, cool water. Your pup might guzzle down much more quickly in the hot weather so leave a few bowls around the house. And don't forget that water bottle when you are out and about! - Lighten up on the exercise
Summertime is a perfect time to enjoy outside, but when it comes to doggie play, save it for the early mornings and evenings, when temperatures are cooler. And remember, pets can get sunburned just like us, so keep them out of direct sunlight and stick to the shady spaces. - Think of yourself
Would you rather bake in the 102 degrees or enjoy the air-conditioner inside? Keep your dog inside and if you don't have air-conditioning, turn on that fan, put down a wet towel or spray your Fido with a light mist. Feel like splashing in the water? Your pooch probably will too and can easily do so in a kiddie pool or even a big tupperware for smaller dogs. How does that hot cement feel on your bare feet? Not that great, and your pooch's paws will appreciate grass or a cooler surface too!
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