{"id":23892,"date":"2026-07-29T11:07:37","date_gmt":"2026-07-29T16:07:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/?p=23892"},"modified":"2026-07-29T11:07:37","modified_gmt":"2026-07-29T16:07:37","slug":"heat-wave-pet-safety","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/heat-wave-pet-safety\/","title":{"rendered":"How This Summer&#8217;s Record Heat Wave Is Putting Pets at Risk"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"0\">Let&#8217;s go over heat wave pet safety, This summer&#8217;s heat <\/span><span class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"19\">wave has broken records across much of <\/span><span class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"58\">the country. Cities from Baltimore to <\/span><span class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"96\">New Orleans to Rapid City have seen <\/span><span class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"132\">feels-like temperatures climb past 110 <\/span><span class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"171\">degrees, and animal shelters in several <\/span><span class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"211\">states are reporting a steady rise in <\/span><span class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"249\">pets brought in with heat exhaustion. <\/span><span class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"287\">For pet parents, the message from vets <\/span><span class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"326\">and animal welfare groups has been <\/span><span class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"361\">consistent: this isn&#8217;t a normal summer, <\/span><span class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"401\">and pets need more protection than <\/span><span class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"436\">usual.<\/span><!--more--><\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\">Dogs and cats can&#8217;t cool themselves the way people do. They release heat mainly through panting and through the pads of their feet, which makes them far more vulnerable once temperatures climb into dangerous territory. Some breeds are at even higher risk, including short-nosed dogs like bulldogs and pugs, along with senior pets, puppies, and animals with existing health conditions.<\/p>\n<div class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\">\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"><strong><span class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"2\">Quick answer:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"_animating_yu34g_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"2\"> During extreme heat, dogs and cats can overheat within minutes. Watch for heavy panting, weakness, or collapse, and avoid walks when pavement is too hot to touch for five seconds.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"_chunkWrapper_yu34g_39\">\n<h3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Warning Signs of Heat Stress in Pets<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\">Heat exhaustion can progress to heatstroke quickly, so knowing the early signs matters. Pet parents should watch for:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\" dir=\"ltr\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Heavy panting or drooling<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Bright red gums or tongue<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Lethargy or weakness<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Stumbling or lack of coordination<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Vomiting or diarrhea<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Collapse<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\">If a pet shows any of these signs, move them to a cool, shaded area immediately, offer small amounts of water, and contact a veterinarian right away. According to the <strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.avma.org\/resources-tools\/pet-owners\/petcare\/warm-weather-pet-safety\">American Veterinary Medical Association<\/a><\/span><\/strong>, heatstroke is a medical emergency that requires immediate treatment and can be fatal within a short window.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Heat Risk at a Glance<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6 print:overflow-x-visible\" dir=\"ltr\">\n<table class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\">\n<thead class=\"text-left\">\n<tr>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Temperature (feels-like)<\/th>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Risk Level<\/th>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Recommended Action<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Under 80\u00b0F<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Low<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Normal walks and outdoor time are fine<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">80\u201390\u00b0F<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Moderate<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Shorten walks, provide shade and water<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">90\u2013100\u00b0F<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">High<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Walk only early morning or evening<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">100\u00b0F+<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Extreme<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Keep pets indoors; skip walks entirely<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Why This Heat Wave Is Different<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\">What&#8217;s making this summer particularly risky is how widespread and prolonged the heat has been. Vets are also flagging a less obvious danger: pets can overheat indoors too, especially in homes with poor airflow or during power outages that knock out air conditioning. A hot apartment with the windows closed can become just as dangerous as a car in a parking lot.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\">That combination, outdoor heat plus indoor risk, means pet parents need a plan that covers the whole day, not just walks.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span class=\"\">&#8220;Prevention is always easier than treatment,<\/span><span class=\"\"> and that&#8217;s especially true when it comes to heat.<\/span><span class=\"\">&#8221; &#8211; <strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/dr-marty-goldstein-of-petworks\/\">Dr. Marty Goldstein, PetWorks Nutrition Advisor<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\"><strong>How to Keep Pets Safe : Heat Wave Pet Safety<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\">A few practical steps go a long way during a heat wave:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\" dir=\"ltr\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Walk dogs early in the morning or after sunset, when pavement and air temperatures are lower<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Test pavement with the back of a hand before a walk; if it&#8217;s too hot to touch, it&#8217;s too hot for paws<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Keep fresh water available at all times, indoors and out<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Never leave a pet in a parked car, even briefly, even with windows cracked<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Use fans, air conditioning, or cooling mats to keep indoor temperatures manageable<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Watch for signs of heat stress in pets who seem unusually tired or reluctant to move<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\"><strong>When You Can&#8217;t Be Home to Manage It<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\">Many heat-related emergencies happen during the hours a pet parent is at work or traveling, when nobody is around to notice a pet struggling or an AC unit failing. This is where <strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/hire\/pet-sitting\">in-home pet sitting<\/a><\/span><\/strong> fills a real gap. A sitter who checks in during the day can confirm the air conditioning is working, refresh water bowls, and time walks for the cooler parts of the day instead of the midday peak. For pets with health conditions or breeds already at higher risk, that kind of daytime check-in can catch a problem before it becomes an emergency.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\">PetWorks connects pet parents with background-checked, vetted in-home pet sitters who provide personalized care in a pet&#8217;s own home, which is especially valuable during extreme weather when routine and environment matter more than usual.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\"><strong>FAQs About Heat Wave Pet Safety<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"><strong>How hot is too hot to walk a dog?<\/strong><br \/>\nOnce air temperature climbs above 90 degrees, or pavement is too hot to hold a hand against for five seconds, it&#8217;s safer to skip the walk or move it to early morning or evening.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Can pets get heatstroke indoors?<\/strong><br \/>\nYes. Homes without air conditioning, or homes that lose power during a heat wave, can trap heat just like a parked car. Fans and airflow are not always enough on the hottest days.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"><strong>What should I do if my pet shows signs of heatstroke?<\/strong><br \/>\nMove the pet to a cool area, offer water, and call a veterinarian immediately. Heatstroke can be fatal within a short window, so fast action matters more than home remedies.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Which pets are most at risk in extreme heat?<\/strong><br \/>\nShort-nosed breeds, senior pets, puppies, overweight pets, and animals with heart or respiratory conditions face the highest risk during heat waves.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\">As Dr. Marty Goldstein, DVM, often reminds pet parents, prevention is always easier than treatment, and that&#8217;s especially true when it comes to heat. A little extra attention during a heat wave, whether that means adjusting walk times or arranging for a sitter to check in, can make the difference between a safe summer and a trip to the emergency vet.<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">About The Author<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><em><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-10642\" src=\"https:\/\/www.petworks.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Kevin-Kinyon-2025.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"91\" height=\"108\" \/><\/em><strong>PetWorks<\/strong><\/span><\/a> Co-Founder <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/kinyonkevin\/\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Kevin Kinyon<\/span><\/a><\/strong> is a life-long animal lover who works tirelessly to improve the lives of pets and their parents. Human and animal qualities he values most are integrity, humor, and empathy.<span style=\"font-size: 1rem;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Let&#8217;s go over heat wave pet safety, This summer&#8217;s heat wave has broken records across much of the country. Cities from Baltimore to New Orleans to Rapid City have seen feels-like temperatures climb past 110 degrees, and animal shelters in several states are reporting a steady rise in pets brought in with heat exhaustion. 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