As excessive heat warnings continue to be issued throughout southern Arizona, here are some tips to keep pets safe during Tucson summers. Authorities get hundreds of calls every year about pets suffering from heat illness or dying because they were…
Authorities get hundreds of calls every year about pets suffering from heat illness or dying because they were left outdoors, in a vehicle, or in another situation that put them at risk.Keep them hydratedProvide clean, cool drinking water in an easily accessible, spill-proof container.Just like us, pets prefer the AC. Keep pets indoors on hot days: there’s no better place to avoid the heat.
Walk your pet in the early morning or in the evening when the asphalt has cooled down. Place the back of your hand on the ground for five seconds. If it’s too hot for you, it’s too hot for your pet’s paws.Ensure your pet has all-day access to a shaded spot with good air flow. For dogs with longer coats, even shaded spots can be too hot in 100-degree weather.
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