If your dog or cat is panting, over salivating and lethargic, those are signs of heat exertion in pets. But don't cool them in icy water, one expert says.
Besides the elderly, the young and people with chronic conditions, another vulnerable population during extreme heat are pets.
"Outside we do things like kiddie pools and other water toys, said Ana Bustilloz, communications and marketing director atShe reminds pet owners that if it's too hot for you, it's too hot for your dogs and cats. At SPCA LA, the staff have some pretty neat heat hacks to keep your pet comfy on hot days, like a kong filled with frozen treats.
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