Cedar Valley Dog July/August 2013 Issue #4 | Page 5

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og Days of Summer;
How do you know if your
dog’s too hot?

Heat exhaustion is deadly for both dogs and humans. Just as in
humans, sweat helps the body regulate temperature.
However, dogs have it much harder as they can only sweat
through their paw pads.
Things that can cause heat exhaustion:
1. Being left in a car unattended when the outside
temperature is 75 degrees or higher.
2. Being muzzled while under a blow dryer.
3. Being left outside with no shade or water. (Dog
houses get hot just like cars).
4. Being placed in a kennel with hot pavement or no
shade.
5. Walking when it’s too hot on the pavement. Dogs
are closer to the ground than humans and it’s twice
as hot down there.
6. Walking on hot pavement can burn your dog’s paw
pads. (remember their pads are where they sweat)
7. Exercising too fast or too long in the heat.
8. Pugs, bulldogs, and other breeds with squished in
faces have a difficult time breathing especially in
hot weather.
9. Being in the back of a pickup truck (the metal can
get very hot).
Tips to bring your outdoor dog indoors.
1. Start with a house tour, having your dog
on a body harness and leash.
2. Walk your dog around the house and
praise him/her just for walking and
sniffing. If he/she goes to the garbage just
say “uhh ohh” in a quiet voice and redirect
his/her attention to a toy.
3. Keep the house tours short and successful.
4. Bring a crate indoors and have your dog
sleep in the crate at night.
Patience and providing the appropriate guidance
through the leash, chew toys and praise will give
you a great indoor family member.
By Karen Anderson ABCDT
PetAgreed Canine Academy 319-215-3336

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ALENDER OF EVENTS:
Saturday, August 10th 9:00am - 1:00pm
Cedar Valley Pet Fest Partners with Cedar Valley
Trails Festival for the 2nd time at Gateway Park in
Cedar Falls. Bring the family and even the family
pet! All pets must have proof of vaccinations
including their rabies. Pets must be friendly
towards people and dogs.

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OMING DOG CLASSES:
1. July 9th, Tuesday 6:00pm (50 min.)
Pawsitive Rewards Level 1 (basic obd.)
$109.00 seven weeks long, located at PetAgreed
Canine Academy in Cedar Falls
2. July 10th, Wednesday 6:00pm (50 min.)
Pawsitive Rewards Level 1 (basic obd.)
$109.00 seven weeks long, located at
Compassionate Care Veterinary Clinic in Waverly
3. August 17th, Saturday 9:00am (50 min.)
Pawsitive Rewards Level 1 (basic obd.)
$109.00 seven weeks long, located at PetAgreed
Canine Academy in Cedar Falls

All classes are taught by PetAgreed Dog Trainer:
Karen Anderson ABCDT 319-215-3336
Call Today!
Reserve your class spot!
www.petagreed.co

The back cover is to promote rescue and adoption