Hi!
It's me again!
It’s really hot out there. Heading off to the beach or just staying at home by the pool are great ways to beat the heat. But always remember: Safety first!
So here are some simple rules to follow to stay safe:
- Don’t leave pets unsupervised around water—not all dogs are good swimmers.
- Heat from the sun is more intense around water. Watch your dog for signs of sunburn or heat stroke, and keep him off hot sand as it can blister paws.
- Get your dog a Life Jacket. Just like with people, it’s easy for us to develop a cramp in our leg, become exhausted too far from shore or when in the ocean, to become over come by strong tides.
- Rinse your dog off after swimming to remove chlorine or salt.
- Try to keep your dog from drinking pool water, which contains chlorine and other chemicals that can easily cause stomach issues and diarrhea.
Children's play pools are super fun too! You can beat the heat and not feel overwhelmed. And for an older Doggie or a little guy like me, a small pool is a lot safer.
A lot of cats are water lovers too! It may not be their way to "cool down", but some cats like to play in their water bowl! Other kitties are fascinated by running water and prefer to drink from a faucet!
So stay cool, be safe and have a fun summer!
Speck
