Shelters Battle Summer Heat for Animals | Bakersfield News

Kern County shelters are battling triple-digit heat with everything from cooling mats to misters, as pets—especially small and flat-faced breeds—struggle in the sweltering temps. While the county shelter benefits from indoor space, it’s still begging for cooling gear, especially for transport vehicles. The Bakersfield Animal Care Center is riding a wave of community donations thanks to social media, including fans and even outdoor misters, but industrial units are still urgently needed. Animal Control is also urging pet owners to avoid walking dogs on hot pavement to prevent painful paw burns—it’s a whole town effort to keep furry friends safe this summer. 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/09add793d46821c4