Heat stroke and heat exhaustion can be a nightmare for dogs.
Lifehacker came up with tips for keeping your canine friend cool and safe when the sun is beaming this summer.
They include:
1. Skip midday walks, opt for walking your dog in the evening when it is cooler.
Dr. Darrell Phillips of Mississippi’s Animal Emergency and Referral center explains, "Keep in mind that your dog starts out with a higher temperature than you, so they have a shorter way to go until they overheat."
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