Guest Author - Diana Geiger

Written by Diana Geiger

On an 85-degree day the temperature inside your car, even if you have the windows cracked will rise to 120 degrees in only 20 minutes. Any animals left in a car even for a short time will die or suffer brain damage. I don't know how many times I have witnessed animals and children left in a car when the owner of the vehicle just "ran into the store to quickly pick something up."

From the witness side call 911 and if immediate danger break a window. From the pet owner's side don't ever leave an animal in a car even if it seems cool to you. Once the car is closed up, the sun turns the car into an oven even in the winter!

Easter has recently passed by. I receive calls from parents who had bought rabbits, ducklings, and chicks for their children. An animal is never an impulsive present. Pets take careful consideration and preparation before purchase or adoption.

These animals as well as other animals, especially cold-blooded animals such as reptiles and amphibians preventive care must be taken to protect them from the sun and heat. Have you considered your fish tank, how close a proximity to a head duct or direct sunlight. How hot does it get? Make sure you have a thermometer and monitor frequently.

Water can't be stressed enough. Pets need plenty of fresh water. Take a large glass of water and set it outside for 45 minutes. Now take a drink. Pretty nasty right? Keep changing your pet's water frequently.

I usually hear from pet owners when it is too late. Rabbits are especially prone to death by heat. There are many ways to prevent these tragedies. Think! Use your noodle while dealing with pets, traveling with pets, or pets in general in the summer time.

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