Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate!

When it is hot outside, you sweat out a lot of your hydration and need to refuel your body – the same goes for our pets. It is extremely important to always have fresh, cool drinking water available for your pets, but even more important during the heat of summer. By keeping your dog hydrated, you can help beat off heat exhaustion and keep his internal organs running smoothly.

Shade is Necessary

If your dog must be outdoors in the summertime, it is important to have a place for him to hide away from the sun’s UV rays that are beating down on him. This can be the shade of a tree, a covered patio, a pergola or even a makeshift tent made of a sheet. Just allow your pup a shady place to retreat and cool off! This would be the ideal place to leave your dog’s food and fresh drinking water to help it remain cool as well!

Know the Forecast

It is important to stay on top of the forecast so you know what type of weather elements your dog will be dealing with outside. Will it be 100+ degrees or 98 percent humidity in the air? By knowing what to expect you can make a better judgment call as to if your dog really needs to be outside or if you need to make a trip to doggy daycare if you must be away from home for an extended time. Knowing the forecast is extremely important if you have a flat-faced dog as they have trouble regulating their body temperatures in extreme weather conditions.

Flea & Tick Prevention

The summer months provide more opportunities for getting out. Make sure you act appropriately to protect your dog from insects like fleas and ticks – you will be glad and your dog thanks you ahead of time!

Non-Toxic Lawn & Garden Products

If you are trying to improve the look of your landscape do your research ahead of time to ensure you are not using any products like fertilizer, pest control or weed killer that could end up being hazardous to your pup. Also, make sure that your plants are also dog friendly as some can be dangerous to Fido.

Remember Your Pet

If you like taking your dog for trips in the car make sure you only take him when you can actually bring your dog inside on the errands you are running. Cars are notorious for becoming extremely hot in the summertime. Even with the windows down, the car can become so hot it begins cooking whatever is left inside. Be good to your dog and leave him at home, or take him in.

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This post authored by: Susan Wright, DMV is a practicing veterinarian with more than a decade of experience. Susan’s heart goes into providing quality care to family pets. Dr. Wright is a writer and expert on wireless dog fence.

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Fleece Jacket – Climate Changer

When hitting nature’s slopes whether in the winter or spring your pup will love the extra warmth of this breathable fleece jacket. Your dog will feel insulated and you will love the detailed reflective striping safety feature. Even better, this jacket is eco-friendly!

Available at: RuffWear.com

Hiking Boots – Bark’n Boots

You never know what the trail conditions will bring, so if you want to pound the ground make sure your pup’s paws are protected like they should be. These attractive boots not only look great, but they have traction and will help protect your dog’s paw pads. Even better, they are lightweight and breathable for your dog!

Cost: $69.95
Available at: RuffWear.com

Summer Gear – Swamp Cooler

Who ever thought that you could keep cool by wearing extra clothes in the heat of the summer. This innovative vest will keep your pup cool on the hottest of days. Simply drench this fashionable piece of clothing into water, wring it out and put your dog in it. It is made to store the coolness of water and in turn keep your pooch cool!

Cost: $54.95
Available at: RuffWear.com

Dog Tired – Travel Bed

If you and your dog are known for being on the go – you may be up in the mountains one weekend and on the beach another, you need a bed for your pup that is easy to transport and clean! This sleeping pad will give your dog the versatility to enjoy a good night’s sleep no matter where you guys are!

Cost: $69.95
Available at: RuffWear.com

Extra Support – Web Master Harness

No matter what outdoor activity you and your dog may be enjoying, or getting into, you can feel good about having the extra support of a sturdy harness like this one. You never know when you could get into a position that would require a better grip on your dog to help him through an obstacle and with this harness you will never have to worry because you will have that control.

Cost: $54.95
Available at: RuffWear.com

Guest Post By: Susan Wright, DMV is a practicing veterinarian with more than a decade of experience. Susan’s heart goes into providing quality care to family pets. Dr. Wright is a writer and expert on dog bark collars.

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Do your dogs love snow as much as my guys seem to?

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