DO'S and DONT'S FOR YOUR PETS IN THE HEAT!

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Are you considering having your pets celebrate Independence Day with you? You may want to reconsider. The scorching summer heat and 4th of July celebrations can take a toll on your pets and can sometimes even result in death.

Fireworks are another classic 4^th of July celebration that can leave your pets terrified and causing them to panic. Fireworks also cause pets to bite others and even run away. Many animal shelters across the nation have reported that this is one of the busiest times of year for them! During fireworks, remember it is best to keep pets indoors!

Here are some important DO’s and DON’T’s for your pets regarding the hot summer weather:

DO:

• Provide good ventilation, plenty of shade and fresh, cool water
• Walk your dog only in the early morning or evening
• Fill a shallow swimming pool with cool water and place in a shady spot
• Give your pet a summer haircut
• Watch out for sunburn! Consult with your primary care veterinarian about which sun block to use on your pet and where to apply it - particularly in white-haired dogs and cats, and those with a sparse hair coat
• Keep your pet at a lean body weight

DON’T:

• Restrict your pet to a poorly ventilated area such as a car, garage, kennel, or home with poor ventilation
• Walk your pet on hot asphalt/cement as their paws can get burnt
• Exercise your pet in the heat

Do you have any additional tips for pets during the warm summer weather or July 4^th celebrations? Let us know on our Facebook page linked HERE!