Beat the Heat: Summer Safety Tips for Your Pet
July means summer is heating up. If you live in Arizona, the scorching heat can often be unbearable. It’s important to keep your pets cool and safe, including hydration strategies, recognizing signs of heat exhaustion, and protecting paws from hot pavement.
Water is important for humans and for our pets, especially during the heat. According to the article, “Hot Weather Safety Tips” at ASPCA, “Give pets plenty of fresh, clean water when it’s hot or humid outdoors as pets can get dehydrated quickly.” Along with water, it’s imperative, especially in Arizona, that your pets can get out of the sun and into the shade, preferably indoors with the A/C in extreme heat conditions.
Along with keeping your dog well hydrated and cool, help protect your dog from the hot pavement. “Don’t let dogs linger on hot asphalt when the temperature is very high,” the article said. Doing so can burn your dog’s paw pads. Try to walk your dog very early in the morning and after the sun goes down.
When it’s hot, keep your dog’s exercise at a minimum. You want to ensure that your dog does not experience heat exhaustion, and you should also recognize the signs and know what to do if it happens. “Heatstroke is the result of a dog’s inability to cool their body down,” according to the article, “Heatstroke in Dogs: Signs, Treatment, and Prevention” at petMD.com. “The first sign a dog may be developing heatstroke is typically heat cramps, characterized by muscle spasms. This is often related to dehydration and electrolyte imbalance.”
According to petMD.com, signs of heatstroke in dogs include:
• Excessive panting
• Fast heart rate
• Red gums
• Dehydration
• High temperature of 104 F and higher
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
If you suspect your dog is experiencing heatstroke, call your veterinarian right away.
Make a Splash This Summer at Second Home Pet Resort – with a Quick Intermission!
When summer heat hits Arizona, there’s no better way for your dog to stay cool and have a blast than at Second Home Pet Resort’s Splash & Play Water Park! It’s the ultimate summer treat for pups who love to get their paws wet.
At Second Home, we’re passionate about providing a safe, comfortable, and fun environment for your pets. As an all-suite, mountainside resort with over an acre of play yards, we offer only the best amenities—and our water park is one of the most exciting features we offer for water-loving dogs.
⚠️But, just a heads up: The Splash & Play Water Park will be under construction for repairs and remodeling starting July 17 and will be temporarily closed for 1–2 weeks. We’re making it even better, so your pups can enjoy an upgraded splash experience!
In the meantime, don’t miss the chance to book a session before we close—and be ready to dive back in once we reopen!
Come see what all the barking is about. Your dog’s new favorite summer hangout is just a reservation away.
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