August 10, 2021
Summertime Pet Tips
It's Summertime and the pavement is HOT!! With temps increasing the summer heat it can make your pets life miserable! Because dogs do not have a sweating mechanism that humans do to stay cool, overheating can take place quickly and could be deadly. Catching overheating early could save your dogs life. Here are some early signs:
- Heavy panting
- Increased drooling
- Rapid breathing
- Dry gums
Some preventative measures:
- Don't over exercise your dog when its hot out.
- Have plenty of water with you to share with your dog.
- Look for shady spots to rest.
The sidewalks and streets can be very hot during this time. They can be extremely harmful to your dogs paws. A good way to test the sidewalk is to put the back of your hand on the pavement. If you can't hold it there for more than 5 seconds, the pavement is too hot. Finding a grassy park is the best solution to walking your dog during these hot times with little exposure to any pavement. If a grassy park is not available dog booties can be your solution to protecting your pup.