Pet safety

Pet care in hot weather

When the temperature goes up, leave your pet at home!

Leaving your pet in a hot car for even a short period of time can be very dangerous.
Even with all the windows cracked, the temperature of a car's interior can quickly rise to deadly levels.
Pets do not sweat the way we do; they cannot cool their bodies efficiently in hot temperatures.
When overheated, pets can go into shock, leading to irreversible organ failure and death.
If you think you will need to leave your pet in a car, even for a few minutes, leave them safely at home instead. They will be happy to see you when you return!

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Here are a few tips to prevent dog bites and learn how to live together responsibly and safely with your dogs:

*Check out our Dog Bite Prevention page for more information.*