08/29/2026
That late-August heat can sneak up on us.
Before heading out with your dog, remember:
Water ✔️
Shade ✔️
Shorter walks when needed ✔️
Paw-safe surfaces ✔️
Pay attention to how they're feeling ✔️
Sometimes the best walk is the shorter one.
There's always another day for a longer adventure.
Save this for the next hot Midwest afternoon, and send it to a fellow dog parent.