July is Summer Time Safety Awareness 

Holiday Safety: 

-Make sure your pets—cats and dogs alike—have identification tags with up-to-date information.

-If your pets aren’t already microchipped, talk with your veterinarian about microchipping. This simple procedure can greatly improve your chances of getting your pets back if they become lost.

-Consider putting your pets in a safe, escape-proof room or crate during parties and fireworks.

-Keep your pets inside if you or your neighbors are setting off fireworks.

-Keep sparklers, glow sticks, fireworks, charcoal and kabob skewers away from curious pets.

-Don't let pets get near your barbecue grill while it is in use or still hot.

-Avoid the urge to feed your pets table scraps or other foods intended for people. Be especially careful to keep them away from these common foods that are actually toxic.

-https://www.avma.org/resources/pet-owners/petcare/july-4-safety

Warm Weather Pet Safety: 

-Make sure your pets have unlimited access to fresh water, and access to shade when outside.

-Keep your pet free of parasites that are more common during warm weather, such as fleas, ticks and heartworm.

-Take walks, hikes or runs during the cooler hours of the day.

-Avoid hot surfaces, such as asphalt, that can burn your pet’s paws.

-Store lawn fertilizer and insecticides out of reach of your pets.

-Always follow safety instructions on lawn and garden products, particularly the instructions on how long you should keep pets out of the treated areas.

- https://www.avma.org/resources/pet-owners/petcare/warm-weather-pet-safety