Most people who own dogs know not to leave them in hot cars. Unfortunately, some either don’t know or think their trip inside a store will be so short the dog can tolerate the heat for that short period of time. If the temperature outside is 80°F or higher, the temperature inside the car can quickly climb to between 130°F to 172°F. That can be deadly for our beloved pets.
But did you know there’s something else heat-related that can injure your dog extremely quickly? The asphalt surfaces we walk on are significantly hotter than the ambient temperature; so hot, in fact, it can literally burn the pads off your pal’s feet like so:
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In the video below, a dog owner demonstrates just how hot it is when you take your dog for a walk in the summer.
The asphalt on this 85°F day is so hot, you can actually fry an egg on it. Imagine putting your feet on a hot frying pan!
In the shade, the mulch in the flower bed is much cooler. It would be safe to walk your dog on this surface, but ONLY in the shade.
You probably don’t carry around a thermometer with you to instantly tell how hot the road is. Most people don’t. However, the Hip Dog Canine Hydrotherapy & Fitness folks offer a simple way for you to know if it’s safe to subject Fido’s feet to the heat. Simply lay your own hand on the ground and try to keep it there for 15 seconds.
Can’t do it? Neither can your pup!
Show the video below to your friends who have dogs and inform them of what awaits their furbaby’s feet in the heat of the day!
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