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The dog days of summer offer so many fun activities for you and your dog but, they can also be the most dangerous.

Although by now everyone should be aware to never leave your dog in a car in …

Nothing says summer more than heading off to the beach. Many beaches allow you to bring your pooch and some are even dog friendly designated.  Who doesn’t love watching their beloved dog romping through the sand and waves? Although it …

Did you know dogs sweat through their paws?

It’s true! The Merocrine sweat glands which serve as the primary way dogs cool their bodies are located in their paw pads. Merocrine glands activate when your pup is hot in order …

Dogs Paws. They seem so tough and durable, used every day, everywhere. But did you know they are actually as sensitive as human feet? Here are some of the common dog paw problems and what you can do to prevent …

Pavement, asphalt, wood, metal, sand and car or truck surfaces can become very hot during the summer months. These materials absorb heat from the sun and can stay hot for hours even after the sun has gone down. Temperatures on …

We obviously want to spend gorgeous days with our dogs outside, but sometimes, that can actually hurt our fur-babies. It’s important that during warm weather seasons, we keep an eye on our dog’s health. Hot pavement can not only hurt …

Here’s a 5-second rule for pet owners that you can’t afford to ignore! Did you know that it literally takes less than a minute to burn (& blister) the pads of your dogs’ feet when walking on cement/concrete and pavement …

As temperatures rise over the summer, it is “essential” to keep an eye for paw pad burns on pets whenever they go outside. “There is actually a physical burn when the paw pads are burned when the concrete is too …

Summer is on its way! There has been a lot of talk about leaving dogs in hot cars (DON’T DO IT!), but people also need to think about the temperature of the pavement. Dog’s pads can burn very badly on hot pavement! …

“Asphalt gets very hot and can burn your pet’s paws, so walk your dog on the grass if possible,” the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) urged. But sometimes it can be hard to tell. Luckily, there’s a quick …