06/29/2026
Pet Heat Safety Guide☀️
Main Risks
• High heat this week raises heat stroke risk, especially for pets outdoors.
• High-risk pets: Brachycephalic (flat-faced) breeds (Pugs, Bulldogs, etc.), overweight, seniors, or those with health issues.
Core Rules
• Limit outdoor time to early morning or late evening.
• Never leave pets in a parked car (deadly in minutes).
• Provide constant fresh, cool water and shade.
• Perform the 7-Second
Pavement Test: Too hot for your hand = too hot for paws.
Practical Tips
• Hydration: Multiple bowls indoors; add ice cubes; carry portable water on walks.
• Cooling: Use cooling mats, vests, or damp towels. Keep indoors with fans/AC.
• Outdoor: Stick to grass/shade; shorten walks.
• Indoor: Create cool spots on tile or with cooling mats.
Warning Signs & Action
• Excessive panting, drooling, red gums, lethargy, vomiting, collapse.
• Act fast: Move to cool area, apply cool (not ice-cold) water to body, contact vet/emergency immediately.
