Tips for the Summer from Focused Dog!

As the temperature gauge is rising here in the Central Valley we’d like to take this time to underscore some do’s and don’ts to help your pet stay safe.

Don’t Do This:

*  Leave your dog in the car.  Even a quick visit into the store can be harmful to your dog in the Valley heat.

*  Walk your dog on hot surfaces.  Hot asphalt can do great damage to your dog’s paws.  It’s always a good idea to touch the surface you’re about to walk on to test it out.

*  Walk your dog in the hottest part of the day.  Choose to walk in the early morning or late evening.

*  Don’t overdo it in the exercise department.  If your dog appears too hot, most likely they are, so stop.

Do This:

*  Bring your dog indoors if possible and keep the temperature comfortable.  If that’s out of the question for you, make sure your dog has a nice shady, cool spot to rest in your yard.

*  Provide plenty of cool water.  Don’t make the mistake of leaving it in the direct sun.

*  As the mosquitoes are out and about, make sure your dog is on heartworm prevention medication.