Those 100º summer days are just around the bend, and with them comes your annual pet safety reminder.
Keep these tips in mind before you and your four-legged friends get outdoors.
- When walking outdoors, check the pavement temperature. If it’s too hot for your hand, it’s too hot for their paws.
- Pack water for yourself and your pets when going on a walk.
- Keep an eye out for unusual behavior like lethargy or excessive panting that could signal overheating.
- Check algae status before allowing pets to swim — blue-green algae often found in Lady Bird Lake is toxic to dogs and people. View symptoms .
- Never allow pets to drink from natural bodies of water.
- Do not allow your pet to enter a body of water that is stagnant, has debris present, or if there has been rain within three days.
Don’t forget to check out our list of dog-friendly spots, and have fun.