Plus, How to Help Your Dog Eat More Slowly
Happy July! The sweltering summer heat is stretching on, and we know you can feel it – your dog can too! Keeping your dog cool, safe and healthy in summer months is just as important as having fun together outdoors. Dogs can get dehydrated too, and hot summer days mean getting enough water is even more important than usual. If you're spending a bit of time outside together, make sure your dog has a bowl of fresh water and plenty of shade to relax. Some dogs may lose their appetite a bit when it's hot, but other dogs aren't deterred. Instead of eating too little, they're eating too much, often too quickly. Luckily, there are methods like slow feeders that can help your dog eat more slowly. Hitting the pavement in the summertime might mean more early morning or evening walks to avoid high temperatures. But that doesn't mean you and your dog will be the only ones on your walks. There are cues to communicate to your dog that they shouldn't approach another dog that can be helpful to know for scenarios like these. And of course, summer months means more thunderstorms. Many dogs are scared of thunder, so it's good to prepare tips on keeping them calm especially if they tend to react during storms. | | | Warning Signs of Dehydration in Dogs | | | Water is necessary for virtually every important body function, including lubricating joints, cushioning internal organs, aiding digestion, and regulating body temperature. When we think of nutrition, we generally think of food. But water is a critically necessary ingredient that allows the cells in your dog's body to absorb nutrients. | | | Setting up Your Dog's Emergency Caregiver | | | Every year, a large number of dogs are left in limbo after their owner dies. For these dogs, the sudden change can be a traumatic experience. Luckily, it can easily be avoided with a little forward planning. So how do you set up an emergency caregiver for your beloved dog, in case they should outlive you? | | | | | Cues To Teach Your Dog To Avoid Approaching Dogs | Even if your dog is friendly, you won't always want them to be greeted by a strange dog—or that the other dog wants to be greeted. Teaching your dog proactive skills to avoid approaching other dogs can help decrease their anxiety or reactivity at the sight of other dogs, as well as avoid unwanted interactions. | | | | | Dog Thunderstorm Anxiety: How to Help | When you're a dog lover, it can be tough to watch your normally calm pet get stressed out during a thunderstorm. While some dogs show mild signs of stress, like licking their paws, other dogs can get so worked up during storms they may get destructive. | | | | | How to Keep Your Dog Cool in Extreme Heat Without Air Conditioning | The summer heat can be stifling for both dogs and humans. And when we lose power, it's not only stressful on our own bodies but on our dogs' as well. There are a few steps you can take to keep you and your dog safe and cool in extreme heat. | | | | | What to Do With Your Dog in Common Summer Situations | There's still plenty of time for picnics, parties, and the pool. Here are some tips to ensure you and your dog enjoy the rest of your summer safely. | This story originally appeared in AKC Family Dog magazine. To read more, click here. | | | How to Help Your Dog Eat More Slowly | Some dogs are slow eaters, taking their time to chew every little piece and enjoy each bite. Others seem to swallow their food whole without even bothering to consider what it is they're eating. They eat so fast you can barely blink an eye before the entire meal is gone. These dogs come in all shapes, sizes, and breeds. Unfortunately, eating so quickly can be quite dangerous for our dogs. | | | |
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