Summer may be the loved season because of the opportunity to have vacations but it is also the hated season because of heat and humid temperature.
Some people suffer dehydration, skin cancer, heatstroke and sunburns.
But do you know that our pet dogs also suffer during this time of the year? Dogs are not like cats which can lick themselves to cool their selves off.
Dogs are somewhat like humans that need to take a bath.
So, in order to keep our canine friends happy, we should give them a bath two to three times a week.
If you are a busy type of person, provide a kid's wading pool outside the house to keep them cool.
It is also advisable to use instead of them using the family's swimming pool for their safety purpose.
Some dogs do not know how to swim causing them to drown so a wading pool will be the best for them.
Also, put fresh water in their bowl to keep them hydrated.
Avoid tying them inside doghouse.
Doghouses can shut in heat making your dog feel more uncomfortable and suffer.
If you have short-faced dogs and dogs which have thick fur, it is suggested to turn on the air-conditioning of your home to make them breathe easier.
When walking your dog it is advisable to walk them early in the morning or late in the afternoon.
The sun's heat is not that intense in these times.
When traveling or taking vacations, do not leave your dog inside your car when you stop by to grab some lunch.
The temperature inside the car is higher than the outside's.
Either you bring your dog with you or let someone be with the dog in the car with the windows rolled down.
This can save your dog from heatstroke.
Put icepacks and provide fresh water for your dog inside its crate.
This can reduce its stress and uneasiness and keep it cool.
Do not also put the crate at the back of a pickup truck or in the trunk.
Air must freely move in its crate if not it must be well-ventilated.
If you notice your dog heavily panting, give it cool water or ice cubes to make it cool down.
Upon arriving in beaches or lakes, as much as possible do not let your canine friend drink saltwater or even lake water.
Saltwater will make it thirstier and sick and lake water sometimes may contain harmful elements for them.
Bring fresh water and bowl and let them drink first before doing any activity.
Let them rest first in shady spots to make their temperatures stable.
When hitting the sea and lake, do not throw in your dog and leave it without someone looking after it.
Even though they know how to swim, but when they get tired they might drown.
Be with your dog in shallow waters and let it play there.
Although summer is a hot season, knowing the tips and tricks in taking care for a dog during this time will make you enjoy it more and memorable with your family and your dog pal.
Some people suffer dehydration, skin cancer, heatstroke and sunburns.
But do you know that our pet dogs also suffer during this time of the year? Dogs are not like cats which can lick themselves to cool their selves off.
Dogs are somewhat like humans that need to take a bath.
So, in order to keep our canine friends happy, we should give them a bath two to three times a week.
If you are a busy type of person, provide a kid's wading pool outside the house to keep them cool.
It is also advisable to use instead of them using the family's swimming pool for their safety purpose.
Some dogs do not know how to swim causing them to drown so a wading pool will be the best for them.
Also, put fresh water in their bowl to keep them hydrated.
Avoid tying them inside doghouse.
Doghouses can shut in heat making your dog feel more uncomfortable and suffer.
If you have short-faced dogs and dogs which have thick fur, it is suggested to turn on the air-conditioning of your home to make them breathe easier.
When walking your dog it is advisable to walk them early in the morning or late in the afternoon.
The sun's heat is not that intense in these times.
When traveling or taking vacations, do not leave your dog inside your car when you stop by to grab some lunch.
The temperature inside the car is higher than the outside's.
Either you bring your dog with you or let someone be with the dog in the car with the windows rolled down.
This can save your dog from heatstroke.
Put icepacks and provide fresh water for your dog inside its crate.
This can reduce its stress and uneasiness and keep it cool.
Do not also put the crate at the back of a pickup truck or in the trunk.
Air must freely move in its crate if not it must be well-ventilated.
If you notice your dog heavily panting, give it cool water or ice cubes to make it cool down.
Upon arriving in beaches or lakes, as much as possible do not let your canine friend drink saltwater or even lake water.
Saltwater will make it thirstier and sick and lake water sometimes may contain harmful elements for them.
Bring fresh water and bowl and let them drink first before doing any activity.
Let them rest first in shady spots to make their temperatures stable.
When hitting the sea and lake, do not throw in your dog and leave it without someone looking after it.
Even though they know how to swim, but when they get tired they might drown.
Be with your dog in shallow waters and let it play there.
Although summer is a hot season, knowing the tips and tricks in taking care for a dog during this time will make you enjoy it more and memorable with your family and your dog pal.
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