While humans can vocalize when it's hot, pets can't do the same.
Carolyn Mossberger with the West Suburban Humane Society joined ABC7 to talk about some of the warning signs to watch out for.Limit exercise during peak heat hours, and walk your dog on the grass or shade to avoid burning their paws.Apply pet-friendly sunscreen to your dog's exposed skin, such as nose, ears, and belly, to prevent sunburn.
Leave your pet at home when running errands. Even with car windows cracked open, temperatures can quickly rise to dangerous levels.Excessive panting, drooling, weakness, or collapse are all signs of overheating. Seek veterinary attention if needed. Young, overweight, or elderly dogs, or dogs with short muzzles and thick, dark coats, are more at risk for overheating.KONGs filled with frozen peanut butter or canned foodRelated Topics
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