HOT WEATHER SAFETY TIPS FOR PETS
ARCADIA, Calif. (July 5, 2018) – – Triple digit temperatures are expected to hit the San Gabriel Valley and Los Angeles this weekend. The Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA (PHS) is urging pet owners to take precautions with their furry friends.
Keep your pets hydrated with plenty of cool water.
Keep pets indoors in an air-conditioned room. Provide shade and water if your pet is outside.
Avoid exercising pets during peak heat hours. Early morning or late evening is best.
A dog’s paw pads can burn easily when walking on asphalt, artificial grass, cement or other similar surfaces.
For rabbit owners: Place a two-liter frozen bottle of water in your rabbit’s hutch. This acts as a natural air-conditioner.
For cat owners: Place your cat in a sink or bathtub with a few ice cubes to play with. This way your cat can have fun and stay cool at the same time.
For dog owners: Fill a wading pool with shallow water and let your dogs play around in it. Make sure to supervise your dogs while they play.
Do not leave your pet in the car. If you see a pet left in a car on a hot day, call your local animal control or emergency services immediately.
Pets exhibiting signs of heat exhaustion (e.g., excessive panting, heavily salivating, and/or immobile) should be taken immediately to a veterinarian for assessment.
“Excessive heat is as dangerous for pets as people,” says Julie Bank, President and CEO of the Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA. “It’s important to keep your animals cool and hydrated throughout the summer.”
PHS animal control officers are available to respond to animal-related heat concerns in the cities of Arcadia, Altadena, Bradbury, Glendale, La Cañada, La Crescenta, Monrovia, Pasadena, San Marino, Sierra Madre, and South Pasadena. Call 626.792.7151 ext. 102 for service.