Rochester, N.Y. (WHAM) It's important to remember pets during this week's stretch of hot weather in the area.
Rochester , N.Y. — It's important to remember pets during this week's stretch of hot weather in the area.Some dog owners said they're taking it easy, but are making sure their furry friends can still get some time outside."She loves being outdoors, but when it's this hot, they don't want to be out there for more than a half-an-hour to 45 minutes," Apek said. "We had to shave her down for that reason.
"They're like a kid," Apek added. "They're a priority — an obligation. They're not a gift. They're just like another life in this world that you got to take care of."
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