It should go without saying, therefore, that as temperatures begin climbing, you need to make sure to keep your pet properly hydrated and safe. So check the weather report and leave your pets at home; do not take them in the car with you to run errands. Even if you leave the windows cracked and take a few minutes, cars get hot and dogs, no matter the size, overheat quickly. Unfortunately, there has already been at least one case this year of two pugs perishing in a car, with the window cracked, as their owner and a friend went shopping.
Leave your pet in an air-conditioned space. If doing so is impossible for you because of high electric bills, consider a fan, or try to leave your pet in an area that is properly ventilated. Provide your pet with plenty of water. You should give your pet fresh water often, and be sure to refresh as often as possible in the summer months. Add some ice cubes in there for good measure.
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