Keeping pets cool during the dog days of summer
With summer underway and temperatures forecasted for break 30C this weekend, heat stroke and other temperature related illnesses are top of mind.
Our four legged friends are also vulnerable to the hot sun – and it stretches far beyond the potential risks of leaving an animal in a hot car.
Lorraine Serhienko, a registered veterinary technician with the Saskatchewan Veterinary Medical Association said though summer is a great time to socialize with pets outdoors, pet owners should be prepared and plan ahead for the high temperatures to ensure the whole family stays safe.
She said dog owners who want to walk their furry friends should take care to walk in the shade and avoid hot surfaces like concrete or sand.