An Excessive Heat Warning from the National Weather Service is in effect for the entire Los Angeles region through Monday, September 9 at 8:00 PM.
In preparation for extreme heat, the Los Angeles Department of Animal Services offers these tips to keep your animals safe:
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Avoid walking pets during the warmest parts of the day (10:00 AM – 4:00 PM). If you must walk your pet, avoid hot surfaces.
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Never leave your pet alone inside a vehicle. A car can overheat even when a window has been slightly opened.
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Give your pet extra water. Always make sure your pet has plenty of fresh water to drink. If your pet enjoys ice cubes, add them to their water dish.
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Keep pets indoors (if possible) during hot weather, but if you keep them outside, ensure they have adequate shade to escape the sun, and ensure that they have plenty of fresh water nearby.
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Avoid hot surfaces. Touch the ground first before venturing out. If the surface is too hot to touch with your hand or bare feet, it’s too hot for your pet’s paws.
For more information about LA Animal Services and tips to keep pets and people safe, click here.
