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How to Protect Your Pet During Summer
Dated: August 3 2019
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How to Protect Your Pet During Summer
With warm and long days, you have more time to stay outside, walk in the park, have a picnic, get a tan, and hang out with friends and family. That is if you are just a regular human being, but if you’re one of the 41% of Canadian households who own at least one dog (37% for cats), then summer will be quite different for you.
As a responsible pet owner, it is important to keep your cats and dogs cool during the summer heat. Why? These furries experience summer a little differently than we do. Unlike you, dogs and cats are unable to sweat and they always wear that fur coat with them.
Overheating can lead to heat stroke --- putting the lives of your fur babies at risk. Some of its symptoms include:
Heavy panting or difficulty breathing
Excessive drooling
Increased heart rate
Weakness
Disorientation
Stupor
On the other hand, extreme overheating may cause seizures, vomiting, bloody diarrhea, or pale gums.
Overheating is Not Equal
Some pets are more susceptible to overheating than others. If you have pets that meet the description below, they may need a little more of your care and attention during hot summer days.
Flat-nosed breeds – shorter snouts make panting more difficult.
Age and physique – Old pets, very young pets, and overweight pets are also at risk
White or thin fur – these pets are at high risks of developing sunburns on exposed areas
Black or thick fur – dark furs absorb more heat
Highly active pets – too much activity can lead to overheating
Top 5 Summer Safety Tips for Dogs 
1. Don’t leave your dog in a hot car
You’ve probably heard this many times but a little reminder won’t hurt. It will only take minutes for a pet to develop heat stroke and suffocate inside your hot car. During summer, car temperatures can soar up to 160 degrees when parked directly under the sun! If you want to drive around with your dog, bring water and take your dog with you when you leave the car.
2. Keep your dog’s paw cool
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