06/03/2021
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adapted from https://healthypets.mercola.com/sites/healthypets/archive/2021/04/12/pet-heatstroke-prevention.aspx
1. NEVER, under any circumstances, leave a pet (or child) alone in a parked car โ Just on a warm day, temperatures inside your vehicle can rise quickly into the danger zone. For example, on an 78ยฐF day it takes only 10 minutes for the temperature inside your parked car to climb to 120ยฐF.
Leaving windows cracked does not drop the temperature inside the vehicle, and leaving your car running with the air conditioner on is dangerous for a number of other reasons.
Arizona HB2494 allows Good Samaritans to use reasonable force to rescue a distressed animal (or child) trapped in a vehicle in extreme temperatures. Read about this bill herehttps://www.azleg.gov/legtext/53Leg/1R/laws/0301.pdf
On summer days, it is best to leave your pet home, inside, where she can stay cool, hydrated, and safe. Outside dogs NEED to come inside, or somewhere cooler, when temperatures rise above 95ยฐF. Shade (and warm water) will not prevent heatstroke in extreme temperatures.
2.PROVIDE fresh clean drinking water at all times โ In addition to overheating, your dog can become dehydrated very rapidly in warm weather. A good general guideline is that a healthy dog should drink between ยฝ and 1 ounce of water per pound of body weight each day.
And, if it will be outside for any length of time, it should have access to complete shade. Periodically encourage him to play in the sprinkler or gently hose him off with cool water to prevent overheating. Denying an animal shade or water is AGAINST THE LAW.
3.AVOID walking him on paved surfaces โ Not only can pavement on a hot day burn your dog's paws, but the heat rising from concrete or asphalt can quickly overheat an animal that lives close to the ground. Also don't allow your dog to stand, walk or rest on hot outdoor surfaces like sidewalks or parking lots.
If you must walk her across pavement in the heat of the day, plot the shortest route and walk at a brisk pace. If she's not too large or heavy, consider carrying her till you reach a cooler surface. If all else fails, dog shoes work to prevent burned pads.
4.SCHEDULE outdoor activities for the coolest parts of the day โ In Arizona, this means EARLY in the morning or AFTER sunset. Try to stay in the shade during daylight hours, and no matter the time of day, don't overdo outdoor exercise or play sessions. Even on an overcast day or in the evening, a long period of physical exertion in hot weather can cause your dog to overheat.
A good rule of thumb is if outdoor temps hit 90ยฐF, your four-legged family member should be indoors where it's cool.
If you see something SAY SOMETHING....Take Action! You could save a life. To report animal cruelty please call the appropriate number below:
Avondale 623.333.7001
Buckeye 623.349.6400
Chandler 602.997.7585 Ext. 2073 or 480.782.4130
Fountain Hills 602.252.7840
Gilbert 602.997.7585 Ext. 2073 or 480.503.6500 or email [email protected]
Goodyear 623.932.1220
Glendale 602.997.7585 Ext. 2073 or 623.930.3000
Mesa 480.644.2211
Paradise Valley 480.948.7410
Peoria 623.773.8311
Phoenix 602.997.7585 Ext. 2073 or 602.262.6151
Queen Creek 602.876.1681
Scottsdale 602.997.7585 Ext. 2073 or 480.312.5000
Sun City 602.256.1011
Surprise 623.222.4000
Tempe 602.997.7585 Ext. 2073 or 480.350.8311
For municipalities not listed, call your local police or county sheriffโs office.
