This summer protect your pets from heat
or walks earlier in the morning or later in the evening. You may also want to consider buying protective paw-wear if you do plan on taking them out when the ground is hotter.
For apartment pet owners, if you need to take your pet out in the middle of the day, make sure they do not linger on hot asphalt. Not only can it burn their paws, but the heat coming off the asphalt could cause heat stroke.
The City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Board has recently decided to ban dogs from being on hiking trails in temperatures over 99 degrees. So, before you and your four-legged friend hit the trails, check the weather.
Like humans, our pets can get dehydrated very fast. It is important that your animals receive plenty of clean fresh water. If it is too hot, it is recommended that you leave your four-legged friends inside. If you do decide to take your pet out, bring plenty of water for you and them.
Every summer, people leave their pets in the car while they quickly run an errand. Not only is this extremely dangerous, but in Arizona leaving an animal unattended in a vehicle is a crime. If charged, you could receive up to six months in jail and a hefty fine.
Our pets are beloved members of our family, and it is our responsibility to take good care of them. So, this summer protect your pets against the heat.