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Dehydration
Dehydration occurs frequently during these months and it is important to take these precautions. “As pets don't sweat through the skin, their body temperature is much higher than that of humans,” says vet Dr. S.V. Sujatha. Also, all breeds of cats and dogs need 24 hour access to clean water throughout the year.
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Water Intake
It is very difficult to revive a pet that has had heat stroke. Even a 2-3 degree increase in temperature will damage the brain. Ensure that water is available to them at all times and check for dehydration symptoms such as dryness of mouth and sluggishness. Even birds require water, and they don't get the freedom to go out of their rooms and cages.
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Keep them indoors
Dogs that are left or tied outdoors (especially with irregular water access) could die of sun exposure and as a general rule, it is not advisable to relegate a pet to the outdoors for multiple safety reasons. Keeping them in kennels or other structures that do not protect them from the elements is also a huge risk.
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Outdoors early morning or evening
While indoors, pets must have access to breeze from a fan at all times. Dogs must be taken outdoors only for walks and during non-peak hours such as early mornings or after sunset. Give them access to a park or any place which might have greenery and water.
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Do not leave them in a car
It is not advisable to leave a pet inside a locked vehicle (even if the windows are rolled down) for even one minute as the temperature shoots up rapidly inside vehicles and could cause instant death. If you are likely to need to park and will not be able to take your pets along, play it safe: leave them behind at home.
