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By Harriette Halepis

Animals are impacted by rising temperatures just as much as humans are, so why not help your pet cool down? Here are some quick ways to ensure that your pet doesn’t become overwhelmed by the heat.

1. Water: water is your pet’s best friend. Always keep cool water with you wherever you go, and make sure that you per has plenty of cool water during the daytime. If you have to leave your home, ask a friend or neighbour to fill up two large bowls of cold water every day – your pet will thank you!

2. Create a Shady Spot: do you keep your dog outside all day long? If so, make sure that you set up a shady spot where you dog can rest comfortably. Consider investing in an automatic watering bowl if you can’t stick around to fill up your dog’s water throughout the day.

3. Stay Near: all pet owners should know better than to leave a pet inside of a car on a hot day. Still, hundreds of pets die each year due to neglect. If you have to travel with your pet, stay close to them – never leave an animal unattended in a car.

4. Paw Protection: a dog’s paws are very sensitive to hot pavement. Try and walk your dog during the morning or at night.

5. Track Your Pet: if you aren’t home during the day (but your pet is outside) think about buying a GPS tracking collar. This way, you can easily find your pet if they come down with heat stroke (this happens quite often with dogs!), or wander into a shady area that they can’t get out of.

Pet Tracking Collar

It’s easy to keep your pet safe when the weather is hot. Just follow the tips listed above, make sure to pay attention to any signs of fatigue or exhaustion that your pet may exhibit, and always give your pet plenty of water!