06/23/2025
Be smart and be safe in this heat!
- Limit outside time for pets, earlier in the AM or in the evening may be better.
- If midday, keep breaks quick.
- Avoid hot pavement, sidewalks, driveways and stick to shade or grassy areas.
- Do not exercise or cause exertion for them. If your dog usually runs or exercises with you, these next couple days are good to skip. Dogs need time to acclimate to heat and it's not worth heatstroke.
- If your dog has a vet or grooming appointment, keep car cool before they get in and when they're in the car - go straight there or home - do not run errands or risk time in a hot or sun-drenched car. They also may already be stressed from their appointment.
- Provide water throughout the day and evening, an extra bowl can't hurt if they're home alone most of the day.
- Get something frozen in a Kong or enrichment toy for them to play with - helps keep them cool and entertained.
- Bad weather days are great opportunities to stay inside, be safe, and work their brains.