18/07/2025
☀Summer is here☀
Here's a few tips to beat the heat🌡
🌊Always provide fresh, clean water.
🌳Ensure pets have access to shade and cool areas.
🔥Never leave you pets in vehicles without it running. Even a few minutes in a hot car can be deadly.
🐕Walk pets during cooler parts of the day (early morning or late evening).
🐾 Paw Protection
Pavement can burn paws; test it with your hand or use booties.
Grass or shaded areas are safer than asphalt on hot days.
🐕 Grooming
Regular brushing helps with heat regulation, especially for double-coated breeds.
Do not shave certain breeds. Their coats protect them from sunburn and overheating.
🦟 Parasite Prevention
Use vet recommended preventatives.
Heartworm prevention is essential during mosquito season.
🌞 Heatstroke Awareness
Signs of heatstroke are panting, drooling, weakness, vomiting.
If you think your dog is having a heatstroke, move to a cool place, give water, and seek vet care immediately.
🏖️ Outdoor Activities
Always watch pets around water or at gatherings.
Use pet safe sunscreen on noses or light skinned areas if needed.
