Keep Pets Safe in Texas Heat | Austin News

Texas is blazing hot—and your pets are in serious danger if you don’t act. With temps hitting triple digits, dogs and cats can’t cool off like humans, relying only on panting, which isn’t enough when it’s this extreme. The SPCA says keep them hydrated with fresh, cool water, and bring them inside to air conditioning whenever possible. Avoid walking them on pavement—test it with your hand—if you can’t hold it for 10 seconds, it’s too hot for their paws. Skip outdoor play during the day; stick to early mornings or evenings. And never leave your pet in a parked car—even for a second—because internal temps soar dangerously fast. Watch for heatstroke signs: heavy panting, drooling, lethargy. If spotted, move them to shade, offer water, cool them with lukewarm water (not ice), then rush to the vet. Your furry family needs you now. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e6da2646099f9218