If you live in a party of the world where the heat wave is still on going – please keep your pets at home in a cool spot. The car is like an oven for them. Cool them off with a large wet towel – just soak the towel in cold water and drape it over your dog for 5 minutes or so – it is cooling for them.
As well – give them refreshing treats – like cold plain yogurt, chunks of water melon (no skin please!), or even a small vanilla ice cream – just one scoop. And of course loads of fresh water available at all times.
And if you live anywhere near an ocean – take them for a swim or even a dip – it is also a great “flea control” – that salt water does wonders. And most of all – do not feed them any of that dry food!! Check for alternatives – either on this blog or go to www.30dayswithoutkibble.com
This is a great time of year to let them snack on berries – my girls love blueberries and raspberries – Sally actually goes and picks her own berries – right from the plants.
Stay cool…