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Purred: Sun Sep 2, '07 10:45am PST 
This is for outdoor Kitties who often get very hot!

Here are a few other tips to keep your companion animals safe this summer.

If your pet spends lots of time outdoors, make sure there is adequate shelter for protection from the sun/heat. Outside kennels need to be well ventilated and situated in shaded areas. Clean, fresh water must be accessible at all times.

On hotter days, monitor your pets activity and be careful to not over exert them. Watch for signs of heat stress, excessive panting, disorientation, staring or anxious expression and weakness. Bring your pet to a cool area, gradually lower your pets temperature by immersing his/her paws in cold water or hosing him/her down and call your veterinarian immediately.

When the heat and humidity rise, be especially careful with short-nosed dogs (pugs, bull-dogs, etc.) and older animals. Exercise your pets in the early morning and/or late evening to avoid the midday heat.

In summer, asphalt can burn your pet's paws - keep to the sidewalk or grass.

Shaving a hairy pet for the summer may seem like a good idea, but they can actually get a sunburn. Shave your pet at the beginning of the summer before it gets too hot.

In summer, mosquitoes are out in full force. Heartworm prevention medication is recommended and available. See your veterinarian for details.

Flea and tick prevention is important. See your veterinarian for more information.

When you take your dog out for exercise, bring a portable water container for the both of you.

Water should be refreshed/changed often, and the bowl should be kept in a cool shaded area
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