07/21/2026
🌡️Heat Advisory: Keep Your Dogs Safe!🌡️
With the temperatures climbing, please take extra precautions to keep your pups safe and comfortable.
💦 Keep fresh, cool water available at all times to help them stay hydrated.
🥒🍉 Offer hydrating treats like peeled cucumber and seedless watermelon in moderation.
🧊 Make frozen treats by freezing non-fat plain organic yogurt with blueberries, or low-sodium bone broth into bite-sized snacks for a refreshing way to cool down.
🌳 Walk early in the morning or later in the evening, and stick to shaded areas whenever possible.
🚗 Never leave your dog in a parked car—not even for a few seconds.
☀️ Don't allow your dog to lie in the hot sun for extended periods, as they can overheat and even suffer burns from hot surfaces.
🧊 Cooling mats, cooling bandanas, fans, and air conditioning can help keep them comfortable.
🐾 Check pavement with the back of your hand for 7 seconds—if it's too hot for you, it's too hot for their paws.
🏡 On especially hot days, keep outdoor time short and let your pup relax indoors.
Know the signs of heat exhaustion: excessive panting, drooling, weakness, vomiting, or lethargy. If you notice these symptoms, move your dog to a cool area, offer water, and contact your veterinarian immediately.
Let's help our four-legged family members stay safe, cool, and happy during this heat advisory.
photo: alumna Lucy
