07/21/2026
Hi Everyone!
Its going to be a hot few days!
“Remember your pets are relying on you to keep them safe, If it’s too hot for you, it’s too hot for them.”
Also keep in mind:
• Never leave pets in a parked car: On warm days, temperatures inside a vehicle can rise rapidly to dangerous levels. For example, on an 85-degree day the temperature inside a car – even with the windows cracked – can reach 102 degrees within 10 minutes. After 30 minutes, the temperature will reach 120 degrees.
• Shade and water are a must: Any time your pet is outside, make sure they have protection from heat and sun (a doghouse alone does not provide relief from heat) and plenty of fresh, cool water. Heatstroke can be fatal for pets.
• Avoid walking on asphalt: It gets very hot and can burn paws.
• Limit activity on hot days: Adjust the intensity and duration of pet exercise in accordance with the temperature. On very hot days, limit to early morning or evening hours.
• Recognize the signs of heatstroke: Symptoms include heavy panting, glazed eyes, rapid heartbeat, restlessness, excessive thirst, lethargy, fever, dizziness, lack of coordination, profuse salivation, vomiting, a deep red or purple tongue, and unconsciousness.
If your pet shows heatstroke symptoms, take steps immediately to gradually lower their body temperature and contact your veterinarian or an emergency vet as soon as possible:
• Move your pet into the shade or an air-conditioned area.
• Apply ice packs or cold towels to your pet’s head, neck and chest or run cool (not cold) water over them.
• Let your pet drink small amounts of cool water or lick ice cubes.
• Take your pet directly to a veterinarian.
