It's here... summer. In Atlanta, that often means unbearable humid weather. For dogs it can be especially bad.
Here are a few things to remember and employ this season to help keep your furry friend more safe and comfortable.
- It's always best to walk your dogs every day... just try to keep it to the mornings and later evening when the temps are cooler
- If you must take midday walks, keep in mind shady trails. Also, carry a travel friendly water bowl... sometimes referred to as a "gulpy"
- Remember hot asphalt happens. Even though dog foot pads are tough, it can still be painful. Grass is better or again; early and late hour walks.
- Atlanta thunderstorms! Hopefully we will have plenty this season but keep in mind how afraid dogs can be of these. Check your weather before leaving for work and make arrangements for Fido to deal best with the possibility of a storm
- Fourth of July in Atlanta! Oh ya.... Really similar to Storms. Dogs often freak out and disappear around the 4th. Please remember to keep your dogs indoors during this mayhem.
- CARS. This of course is a no brainer. If you must take your dog anywhere with you in the car this summer, NEVER leave them in the car unless the air-conditioning is on. A cracked window doesn't do jack and many dogs die this way.
- Big dogs Love to get cool with the hose. Remember how much fun it was to run through the sprinkler? Give them a treat.
Keep it Cool and Safe this season!
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