I always take my dog for a walk towards sunset when the temperature cools down.
If it’s too hot for me, it’s definitely too hot for my furry friend, especially with the scorching hot pavement.
Regrettably, not all pet owners realize the risks of high temperatures, leading to the tragic deaths of many dogs each year.
PETA, the largest animal rights organization, highlights the alarming number of pets that perish yearly due to sunstroke or being left in hot vehicles.
In 2018 alone, 58 animals died from being stuck in a hot car, according to the organization.
Join us in preventing such tragedies by spreading awareness.
Last year, the Royal Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) shared a heart-wrenching incident.
The organization narrates a tragic incident where a family took their dog out for its routine walk, only to end in a devastating loss.
“This morning we learned that a dog in the neighborhood succumbed to sunstroke yesterday. The incident occurred around 9 am when the temperature was approximately 57 degrees Fahrenheit,” as reported on their Facebook page.
Despite the seemingly mild weather at 57 degrees Fahrenheit, the temperatures that week had soared to record highs.
“The dog, 5 years old and otherwise healthy, tragically fell victim to the heat,” the post detailed.
Don’t Ignore the Warnings
“Even with repeated cautions about the heat, we still witness many owners taking their dogs out in high temperatures. While we understand the importance of walking your pet, it’s crucial to realize that extreme heat can cause irreparable harm or even fatality.”
Despite annual alerts from RSPCA, it remains vital to advocate for this cause: Dogs are not equipped to withstand intense heat or humidity.
They are simply not built for such conditions.
Even if you have a seemingly robust puppy, they are equally susceptible to heatstroke as older dogs.
Therefore, always watch out for these warning signs during sweltering summer days:
