Keep 'em Safe in the Sun!

As warmer weather and sunny days arrive in Northeast Ohio and Western Pennsylvania, it's important to make sure your pet stays safe in the sun.

PetPlace.com posted an excellent article on the topic titled "Is the Sun Dangerous to Your Pet?" Some of the highlights:

• Pay attention to your pet's exposed areas, such as around his lips, ears and nose. Apply sunblock to the tips of your pet's ears and the top of the nose.
• Protect your fair-haired pet. Just like people with pale white skin, dogs and cats with lighter-colored fur are at greater risk for getting sunburned.
• Don't force your animal to run around after a meal in hot, humid weather. Stick to early morning or evening workout sessions.
• Don't tie your dog up in the sun or make him stand on the street in hot weather. Dogs perspire through their foot pads, so the longer he is on the hot pavement, the less he is able to cool down.

There are more great tips for the warm summer sun; read the entire article here.