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As the summer is reaching it's "Dog Days" we still need to remember our four legged friends. It is not, here in Richmond the temperature has reached 100+ degrees. That's OUTSIDE AIR temperature. Can imagine how hot that is inside a car? Don't take your dog on trips with you if the outside air temperature is higher than 70, it's just not fair to your dog. One quick errand that takes to long and your dog is going to be suffering. This is a good resource website
http://www.mydogiscool.com/

Also remember your four legged creatures that are outside. Birds can use bird baths to make sure they are hydrated and have a place to cool off. Your outside pets need access to shade and fresh water. There's no such "just a few minutes" and not making arrangements. People get distracted and a few minutes can easily turn into 30 or an hour or maybe longer. That's too long to not have provided shelter/shade and refreshment for your pet.