Animal Care Reminds People to Get Their Pets Ready For Summer

Warm weather has finally arrived in Sacramento, and the County Animal Shelter is reminding pet owners of the importance of taking certain precautions to make sure their animals stay safe and cool during the hot Sacramento summer months.

“Pets are completely dependent on their owners to take care of them, and it is important that people stay alert to their pet’s health and well being,” said Dave Dickinson, Interim Animal Shelter Director. “One of the more common instances we see of endangering pet’s health is dogs left in cars in hot weather. All it takes is a few minutes for a dog to succumb to heat stroke.”

Below are some tips on how you can help your pet get ready for summer:

Never leave your dog in a parked car: Even cracking a window won’t protect your pets. It is against the law in California and could be punishable by a fine. Avoid extreme heat : When temperatures get above the 90s, take your pet inside. For outdoor pets, be sure to provide them with plenty of fresh, cold water in a tip‐proof water dish and shade for them to cool down.  Don’t exercise with your pets when it is too hot: Older and certain long‐haired dogs can be particularly susceptible to heat, and hot asphalt can burn their paws. Exercise in the early morning or evenings and make sure both of you have plenty of water. It will be easier on both of you.  Use sunscreen: Pets get sunburned just like people, and if your pet has light skin, they can be particularly susceptible to a painful burn. Use sunscreen on sensitive areas, such as ears or nose to make sure your pets are protected. Don’t take your pets to crowded summer events: The heat, noise, and crowds can be overwhelming to your pet. It is best to leave them at home in a quiet, cool environment. Secure your dog during transport: Make sure your dog is secured safely in your vehicle or tethered by a rope or chain in the bed of your tuck to prevent the dog from falling or jumping from the vehicle. Transporting animals without properly securing the animal an a public highway or public roadway (exceptions for working dogs within agricultural or rural areas) is against the law in California and could be punishable by a fine.

Driver Alert: Sign removal to slow Lloyd traffic - 14 WFIE ...

INDOT crews will be closing various lanes on the Lloyd Expressway Tuesday to remove more message signs.

Crews will start at Frame Road and move to two more locations. Work is scheduled from 6:30 a.m. to six p.m.

Traffic could be temporarily stopped to allow deconstruction of the signs. No stoppage should last more than 10 minutes.

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