06/11/2022
๐ก๏ธ As we enter record high temperatures this week, remember to protect your pets:
๐ง Keep them hydrated - Make sure your pets always have access to clean and cool water. Double coated breeds, like Siberian Huskies, greatly benefit from having ice added to their water or being provided with a little ice pool. Sometimes cats can be a little finicky with water and wonโt drink as much as they should. If you find this is your case with your cat, replace their dry kibble with wet food as this will have extra moisture.
๐ Provide adequate shelter - Our pets should always be protected from the elements. We encourage you to bring your pets indoors to protect them from the summer heat. If it is too hot and uncomfortable for you, it is too hot and uncomfortable for them. Remember, per City Ordinance, pet owners are required to provide adequate outdoor shelter for pets, including protection from extreme temperatures.
๐ฆฎ Exercise later in the day โ Taking your pet for a walk later in the day will help them stay cool and avoid their sensitive paw pads from being hurt by the hot asphalt. Asphalt during the peak sun-hours of the day can reach extremely high temperatures which can cause burns.
๐ NEVER ever leave a pet in a parked car - This is extremely unsafe as temperatures in a parked car can quickly skyrocket. Even with the window cracked or parking in a shaded spot it is still dangerous. On an 85ยฐ day, it only takes ten minutes for the inside of your car to reach 102ยฐ.
๐จ First Aid - Familiarize yourself with pet first aid and learn to recognize the signs of heat stroke & heat distress. The most telling symptom of heat stroke in dogs is excessive panting. Other symptoms may include signs of discomfort such as drooling, reddened gums, vomiting, diarrhea, mental dullness or loss of consciousness, uncoordinated movement, and collapse.
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