Dogs
by Carrie Boyko, CEB
Even in the dead of Florida Winters we're still warm after a long walk. Having removed my jacket, it often is tied around my waist and the dogs are ready for water as soon as we head inside.
Now is the time to start planning for the warmer weather ahead, to assure you don't overheat or dehydrate your dog. A few tips will easily deal with even the hottest of Summer days:
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Dogs
Dog Walks: Warm Weather Returns
by Carrie Boyko, CEB
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Now is the time to start planning for the warmer weather ahead, to assure you don't overheat or dehydrate your dog. A few tips will easily deal with even the hottest of Summer days:
- Leave water out for free drinking all day, replenishing as needed.
- Skip walking on paved areas during the heat of the day, so as to protect the pads of your dog's feet.
- Add ice cubes to the water upon return from a walk. Most dogs enjoy this pleasurable chill to their otherwise room temperature water.
- Offer a treat to bring blood sugar back into line after particularly taxing exercise sessions. During the heat of Summer a frozen treat is my favorite way to offer a quick fix.
- When walking during the heat of the day is necessary, choose sidewalks or grassy areas and hose your dog down before leaving to keep his body temperature well within range.
- For dogs who dislike a nice shower as described above, offer a soft ice pack wrapped in a rolled bandana. Worn around the neck, this chilling ice pack will help keep body temperature lower.
- Returning to a swim or just a dip in a play pool will cool off your furry friend quickly. The hose can be an option as well.
- When hiking longer distances, take water along for your dog, just as you would for yourself.
What strategies do you use to assure that your dog does not get overheated on a long walk in the summer? I'd love to share your ideas.
- Summer Dog Walks: Keeping Your Dog Cool
by Carrie Boyko, CEB © Carrie Boyko Wet Dogs Stay Cooler on the WalkKeeping Fido cool during your Summer dog walks may seem an impossibility if you have a particularly thick-coated dog. I have a few tricks up my sleeve I'd like to share, so you...
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When human beings are exposed to heat for a long time, they suffer from heat exhaustion. In the same way, this problem of heat exhaustion can also occur in dogs. However, the only difference here is that canines cannot express their discomfort through...
- The Summer Heat - Summer Dangers For Dogs
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- How To Protect Your Pet From Summer Heat
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