Susan Eaton is co-owner of http://womenonguard.com a website geared towards the prevention of violent crimes committed against women. Prevention is the key. http://WomenOnGuard.com sells non-lethal self-defense products such as Mace, pepper sprays, personal alarms, and stun devices like stun guns.
Susan Eaton
http://www.womenonguard.com
Dogs are likely characters to enjoy the summer as much as humans. They like to sunbathe, swim, camp and even hike. Many factors of summer, especially the element of heat, can affect dogs like it does us. It can be devastating. Following tips to keep your dog safe and comfortable in the summer is much like the tips we follow for ourselves. Below are some basic tips to keep your dog safe.
-Always have plenty of clean, fresh water available to prevent dehydration.
-If the air quality index is unsafe for you, it is unsafe for your pet. Watch your pet closely while he is outdoors.
-If your dog stays outside while you are at work, always have plenty of water available, shelter from the sun, and shelter from summertime storms.
-If possible, a doggie door is the ultimate solution for your pet. He can escape into the house or garage if it gets unbearably hot and humid or if it is thundering and lightening. However, remember to make sure your doggie door is secure so that no one other than your pet can go through it.
-If you have a pool, protect your dog just as you would children from entering the pool when you are not around. Dogs can drown just as easily as children or even adults.
-Always keep an eye on your dog when he is swimming. Place some sort of bright article or flag at the steps of your pool high enough so that your pet can see it. Remember, they hold their head up when doggie paddling. This flag or article of clothing visually indicates to them where the steps are. When they swim they sometimes get tired and even exhausted and can become disoriented and anxious. Train them to swim towards the article in which you placed as the direction towards the steps, just in case they happen to get in the pool when you are not around. This could save their life.
-When hiking with your pet take along water for them and yourself. Stop on occasion to rest. When is the best time to stop? Follow your dog’s body language and your instincts. If he slows down significantly or lags behind… it is time for a break. If the dog is panting excessively, take a break. Panting is their way of lowering their body temperature. They do not have sweat glands like we do. Also, dogs can get muscle spasms just as we can from being over-heated or exhausted.
-To keep your pet safe at night, purchase a Pet Blinkie. Pet Blinkies are vibrant, multi-color lights that attach easily to a collar, leash or harness. Pet Blinkies are waterproof and visible up to 1/2 mile away.
-Take care of your pet during the summer just as you would yourself and the rest of your family.
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