Dog days of summer

picture copyright Kim Malonie 2010

"waiting for the water for his pool"

Remember these are the "dog days" of summer

pets feel the heat just like we do but are not able to tell us when they are overheating,

a nice small pool with a couple of inches of water for dogs to lie in and drink from is a great way to cool down and feel refreshed.

Do not leave your pet in a vehicle even with the windows roll down even for a very short period of time as the inside temperature can reach over 150 degrees, this can cause heat stroke and possible death. 

If you think your pet is overheated (some signs are: rapid breathing, drooling, being very tired) get them cold water to drink and put some of the cold water with your hand on their head and on the bottom of their paws, this will cool them down a little bit, then take them to the nearest vet asap!

 if you see an animal in somebodys car in distress from the heat call the police you could save an animals life! and cruelty to animal charges have been know to be made to the owner of the vehicle.

Hot dogs belong in hot dog buns not in cars!