Please remember that our pets are domestic animals and depend on us for their basic needs. During the summer months when many places in the U.S. have temperature over 100 degrees, fresh water and shade are necessity. Also remember breeds that were developed for cold climates have thick undercoats that make them even less heat tolerant. These undercoats can also hold moisture making them very uncomfortable so if you let them swim or play in water dry them thoroughly when they are done.
If your can bring your pet indoors especially during the heat of the day please do. If they must remain outside provide shade and large amounts of fresh cool water. Ice water can also be refreshing.
If you have a pool your dog may want to jump in and cool off. Be sure that they do not swim unattended and that they can get out if they do jump in.
Thank you for posting a reminder! There are quite a few owners who don't think of how the heat takes a toll on their pets.
ReplyDeleteI put ice cubes on the kitchen floor for my cats as a fun toy in the summer- they love it :)
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Thank you for your post. If your cats are anything like my two I am sure they keep up entertained. :)
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