Summer is a whole lot of fun time to relax and chill, but it is also a time of increased temperature and heat. Summertime is generally not a great time for pets. It can cause them heat stroke, skin or ear infection, or more injuries. We need to take care of our pets and keep them cool and healthy.
- Keep them in shade or cool place
Keep your pet in shade or cool place. Do not expose them under the sun.
- Hydrate them
Provide them chilled water all the time. It is very important to keep them hydrated. You can even put ice to keep it cool. They do not sweat so it is necessary for them to maintain water level.
- In vehicles
Never let your pet stay un - noticed in your vehicle in such heat. It will affect their health.
- Walking hours
Make them walk either early morning or late evening when it is cool outside. Do not make them exercise under the sun.
- Wet towel
Wipe your pet, especially their paws with a wet towel. It will reduce their body temperature and make it cool.
- External parasites
Keep your pet free from external parasites like worms, tapeworm, etc. Consult veteran for the best product to have no parasite on their body.
- Haircut
Consider getting a haircut to your pet if it is coated with a lot of furs. Fur will make them hot and trap body heat. Hence, cut down some of their hair.