Texas Pet Owners: These Heat Safety Tips Could Save Your Pet’s Life

Alright y’all, we know it gets stupid hot in Texas where the pavement feels like a frying pan by 11 am and your steering wheel becomes a weapon. But while we’re busy running from the A/C in the car to the A/C in the house, our pets don’t always get that luxury.

Your Pet Is Not a Desert Lizard

And I hate to say it, but some folks still act like their pets are indestructible desert beasts. Spoiler alert: they’re not. If you're hot, they’re hot, only they’re wearing a fur coat and can’t exactly tell you they’re about to pass out.

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The Danger Is Real

Every year, we hear awful stories in Texas about pets getting heatstroke, burned paws, or worse, just because someone didn’t think ahead. Whether it’s leaving your dog in the car (don’t), walking them on the surface of the sun, or forgetting to top off their water, small oversights in this kind of heat can turn into big problems.

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Even My Cat’s Over It

Even my cat, Bella, has taken matters into her own paws and literally turns the faucet on herself when she’s thirsty. Annoying? Yes. Impressive? Also yes.

Let’s Fix That

So if you’re a proud pet parent in Texas, don’t sweat it, or better yet, do sweat it, and take action. I’ve put together a quick gallery of simple but important tips to help your furry friend beat the heat and stay safe this summer.

Tap through the gallery below for all the must-know pet heat safety tips as the sun bakes Texas.