Summer Safety Tips: Protect Your Pet From Heat and Sun
May 2010
Memorial Day weekend signals the start of summer, and both pets and owners alike are gearing up to celebrate the long, lazy "dog days" of the season. But even though animals are eager to play outside in warmer climates, the sunny weather can bring perils for both cats and dogs.
Here are Zootoo's simple guidelines for a safe, carefree summer with your furry friends:
Never leave your pet in the car. It may seem like a car trip will cool off your pet, but it will probably do more harm than good if you leave your pet in the car for even a few minutes. The temperature in your car can rise over 100 degrees in a matter of minutes, so if you are bringing the dog in the car, make sure you can take him out on any errands you run when parking the vehicle.
Click here to read more about these helpful hints that will help keep your pet safe this summer.
Pets need sunscreen.
Pets need extra water... but don't let them drink just anything.
Throw away uneaten food.
Don't give your pet TOO much exercise.
Watch for heatstroke.
Inside is better than outside.
And there are tips especially for cat owners, like:
Watch out for hairballs.
Keep the cat wet if it is an outdoor pet.
Protect outdoor cats against fleas and ticks more than ever.
Have a happy and safe Memorial Day weekend!