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The hot summer season brings with it some very specific hazards - sunburn, heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Not only are these hazards a threat to your human family, they can endanger the lives of your furry family members as well. You might consider protective UV shirts.
SUNBURN
What can you do to protect your pooch from the sun’s burning rays?
First, keep your dog in the shade during those times when the sun’s rays are most intense - approximately 10 am to 4 pm.
Second, apply a little sun block to your dog’s most exposed areas - the tip of each ear and the nose. While your dog’s lip area is also vulnerable to sunburn, the chance that your dog will ingest any sunscreen applied there is too great. Just keep a close eye on it and make sure that the area doesn’t get too pink.
Third, pay special attention to your dog if he has a lighter colored fur. Just like their pale human counterparts, these dogs are more vulnerable to the burning effects of the sun. If, after a day out in the sun, any portion of your dog’s skin is reddened or blistered, immediately seek a veterinarian’s opinion and care.
