dog days of Summer

Summer in Alabama means the sun’s blazing. The pavement is scorching. Everyone seems to be feeling the heat, including Alabamians on four feet as well as two. Veterinarians say family pets are equally prone to overheating during the hot summer months. APR looks into immediate signs your furry friends are too hot and what pet owners should do.

Pets don't sweat to cool themselves like humans do - they pant. And when the air temperature is high, they cannot cool their bodies enough to be safe.…

Dogs and cats don't sweat - they pant to cool themselves as water evaporates from their mouths and lungs. In a confined space (like a car) that overheats,…