Pet Safety in the Summer!

Summer time equals late nights, barbeques, lemonade, and bonfires – oh, and a walk with your dog! When the weather begins to get warmer, your dog is anxious to be out and play. However, there are situations that arise in the summer months that you may want to stay clear of. Here are ten helpful tips to keep your dog safe this summer.



1. Make sure your pet is wearing an identification collar or tag just in case he wanders off.

2. Make sure your dog is on heartworm prevention medication. Heartworm is carried by mosquitoes, is deadly to pets and is expensive to treat.

3. Do not leave your dog in the car. The heat can be fatal to both dogs and cats.

4. Provide plenty of water and shade for your pets so they can stay cool.

5. Exercise with your dog in the early morning or late at night. Dogs can get sunburned too!

6. Don’t take your pet to events with crowds of people and the summer heat. They may become stressed.

7. Don’t let your dog ride in the pack of a pickup truck. This is extremely dangerous and may be life threatening for your pet.

8. Don’t leave your dog unattained by a pool – not all dogs are good swimmers.

9. For certain breeds, a shorter summer haircut can prevent overheating.

10. Do not offer pets food or drink, especially alcohol. It may cause intoxication, depression, and even a coma.

Remember to follow these and other tips this summer. We all want to keep our furry friends safe!

By Sienna Tomko, ImPRessions