AUSTIN (KXAN) — It’s no surprise that it’s blistering outside in Texas. But as we continue further into the summer months and pet safety remains top of mind, veterinarian specialists are warning pet owners on heat exhaustion and injuries to watch for and how to best care for their pets this summer.
Thrive Pet Healthcare operates more than a dozen veterinarian clinics, urgent cares and emergency hospitals in the Austin area. Dr. Tony Coronado, Thrive Pet Healthcare‘s national director of emergency and urgent care services, said the business’ Central Texas locations haven’t seen an extreme spike in heat injuries so far this season.
However, with both high temperatures and humidity levels, he said that doesn’t mean pet owners shouldn’t be vigilant about best practices for summer pet care.
