1. Do not leave your dog or cat in the car when the temperatures are above 70 degrees. With a fur coat on and the inability to sweat, your dog and cat's skin works as foil paper and makes their temperature rise faster. This can also happen if you exercise a dog during the middle of the day in the Texas summer.
2. Always have fresh, cool water available. Place water dishes in the shade so when your pet takes a drink, it is cool and refreshing.
3. If your dog is outside, have a shady spot they can escape to. White dogs get sunburned and darker coated dogs get hot faster. Animals can get skin cancer just like we can. Cats too can have issues with too much sun.
4. If your dog or cat has thick fur, consider giving them a summer cut. Many breeds benefit from having a shorter hair style in the summer. There are some however, that will sunburn easier or not grow back, so ask Dr. Scott or your local groomer.
5. Watch out for antifreeze. Antifreeze damages animal's kidneys and can be lethal. Make sure none is spilled in your driveway.
This list offers a few helpful hints that help make life more enjoyable for your companion.
We have all experienced the loss of a pet - and have
been left puzzled and confused by the event and the question, "What
do I do now?" There are many options available today, as in the
past, you can take your pet home and hold a memorial with your family
but now there are also organizations that will handle the cremation for
you, with the ashes either scattered at a dedicated property, or returned
to you in a small urn. Researching your options ahead of time can prevent
you from feeling overwhelmed and confused. Listed below are the websites
of two groups that we work with to help make this time easier.
Devoted Pets
Little Friends Pet Memorial