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Dogs And Heat

Muggy Out? Then Keep Mugsy In! - Dogs, Hot Weather & Humidity - A Bad Combination

We all know that hot weather is dangerous for dogs (and other pets), which is why leaving a dog in a parked car on a warm day can be fatal.

High humidity means trouble for your dog!

Relative humidity is just as important as the outside temperature. A dog's body temperature can reach a dangerous level when the temperature is as low as 29 C/85 F and the humidity is above 90 per cent. In other words, as humidity rises, a dog's heat tolerance decreases. On the other hand, a dog can withstand higher temperatures when the humidity is lower.

How to protect your dog when traveling by plane in hot, humid weather:

The combination of heat and humidity can be life-threatening if your dog must travel by plane in warm weather. You should check the temperature and the relative humidity before you send your dog on his way. You should also obtain the same information for landing locations, in case the plane must sit on the runway for any length of time.

Dogs in parked cars? Not a good idea!

The rule to follow about leaving your pet in a parked car is "Don't!". A dog's temperature can rise dangerously high in a matter of minutes, which can result in heat stroke or even death. Your dog is much safer at home.

Remember...It's not just the heat, it's the humidity! Be aware of both to keep your pet safe.

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