The Pet Sit Blog

Surviving the Dog Days of Summer

July 7, 2009

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A little precaution will go a long way in helping your pets beat the heat.

As the scorching days of summer descend upon us, Pet Sitters International offers pet owners a few simple steps to help ensure Fido doesn’t get too hot under the collar.  

• Give your pets plenty of water.
• Make sure your pets have a cool, shaded place to rest.
• Do not exercise dogs or allow them to exercise or play hard during very hot weather or the hottest part of day. Exercise your dogs in the early morning and evening.
• Do not let brachcephalic (short-nosed breeds, such as bulldogs or pugs) dogs over-exercise when it is hot outside.
• Dogs that have noisy breathing may have a medical condition. Have them examined by a vet and use caution with exercise in the heat.
• Make sure all windows have secure screens.

Following these steps will help ensure that you and your pets beat the heat safely this summer.