Never leave your pet in a parked car, even if the windows are open.
Ten minutes could be too long on a hot day. By then, the temperature
inside the car could reach 160 degrees. That's hot enough to cause a
pet to suffer heat stroke.
Pets don't perspire as people do. They cool themselves by panting.
With only very hot air to breathe, your pet could suffer permanent brain
damage within moments If emergency care is not given, your pet
could die. They may want to come along, but it's much kinder to leave
your pets at home with plenty of fresh, cool water and shade.
Check your pets regularly for fleas, which are more common in hot
weather. For flea control to be effective, your pets' entire environment
must be treated, including the yard. Never use flea control products
for dogs on cats, as they may ingest the powerful chemicals while
grooming.
Without the proper planning, your dream vacation could become a
nightmare for your pets. If they are staying behind, make advance
boarding reservations with a veterinary clinic, reputable kennel or pet
sitter; or make arrangements with a responsible friend.
Your pets should always wear collars with proper identification tags
(rabies and / or license) and be kept under control in accordance with
local leash laws. This is even more important when vacationing, as
pets can easily become lost in a strange environment.
Keep Cool ....
Summer brings hot weather and family outings and vacations. And your pet
can be affected by these. For a healthier, happier summer for you and your pet,
here are some simple tips to follow:
Not all ARRF orphans are simply "stray", unwanted animals. Many family pets have been lost,
only to wind up sick or injured due to their encounters with vehicles, other animals, and sadly,
miscreant humans. Even the most careful pet owner, may, on occasion, lose their pet. Since
the best defense is often simply a good defense, we have listed some precautionary
measures you can take to insure the safety of your four-legged friends.
LEASH
Even the best trained animal has been known to unexpectedly head for the hills. Best to err
on the side of safety ---LEASH YOUR PET
TAG
In addition to your pet's rabies tag, you should include a tag with your name and phone
number. However, since pets often lose their collars, you may want to consider one of the
more permanent ID methods included below. Identification tags are inexpensive, low-tech and
easy to acquire from your local pet store or veterinarian.
MICROCHIP
A minuscule microchip encoded with an ID number is inserted into the nape of a pet's neck.
Many vets and shelters have scanners to read the chip, which will identify your pet and pave
the way for a quick reunion. The procedure is touted as extremely non-invasive. Check with
your local veterinarian or humane society for more information.
THE MICROCHIP IS THE BEST PROTECTION FOR YOUR PET !
