Protect your pet from the heat
Jul 21, 2011
BY CYNDI MURRAY
With temperatures topping 90 degrees this weekend, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) is providing the following tips to keep your pet safe in the sweltering heat:
- Be aware of ways that your pet could accidentally be caught without shade - if possible, utilize shade from trees in addition to the dog house; assuring that there is sufficient shade all day long.
- If your pet is left indoors, be sure it is cool inside.
- For indoor or outdoor animals, a cool water "bath" before leaving for work will provide additional cooling for your pet.
- Be sure fresh, cool water available at all times.
- Do not plan long walks or go jogging in the heat of the day. This can be life-threatening for some dogs. Plan exercise and outdoor activities in the relative coolness of morning and evening time.
- Never leave your pet in the car, even it it is only for a quick errand.
