If the sun is out and it’s hot think again about taking your dog out in the heat of the day. It might not be ideal for your dog. They might even get burnt feet! but really, can the pavement burn dog paws? How hot does asphalt get in the summer?
It is a serous risk. We definitely need to learn how to protect dog paws from hot pavement. Save your dog from painful, agonizing burns.
It doesn’t even need to be that hot. Find out how hot the pavement gets on just a warm day and how long I can stand bare foot on the ground before the pain becomes too much.
We can protect dogs paws in hot weather in several different ways including:
– using paw boots that come in mesh (https://amzn.to/2L1Se8i) and heavy duty versions (https://amzn.to/2zlhVMo)
– using a paw wax (https://amzn.to/2u7QjW3)
– only walking in the morning or late evening
– sticking to the grass
Accessories to keep your dog cool:
– Folding bowl – https://amzn.to/2N0qM8k
– Water bottle and bowl – https://amzn.to/2u7bZ4T
– Crate fan for the house and car – https://amzn.to/2u83bLV
– Cooling vest wrap – https://amzn.to/2u5S6em
– Neck cool pack – https://amzn.to/2m3AdZd
– Pet sunscreen! – https://amzn.to/2KMiunK
Learning how to take care of your dog in hot weather is important if they are to enjoy the summer safely.
It is also really important to prevent overheating in general. Many dogs are at risk but especially those with breathing issues because dogs can only loose heat to any significant level by panting. Short nosed dogs are at a much higher risk of developing heat stroke. Obese dogs and those with other breathing problems are also at higher risk.
Related videos:
how hot does a parked car get? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h-GXvIMYkig&list=PLNiiJwzsRMiTRjJACe-EoYjBPeAptPEcP
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