Dog Health & Weather in Albuquerque, NM
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That double coat makes 86°F feel much hotter. Running is a bad idea. Walking early or late is fine, fetch only in shade or on wet grass. They'll seem fine right up until they're not — these breeds hide fatigue behind enthusiasm. Set a timer.
Concrete is 10–15°F cooler than asphalt in the same sun. If you have to walk on hard surfaces today, pick the lighter-colored ones. Or better yet, stick to grass.
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Paw burns can occur in under 60 seconds above 120°F. Grass is always significantly cooler.
Today's Health Notes
Breed-specific advice for Labrador Retrievers in today's conditions.
Good news: dry heat lets the coat do some of its insulating work. Bad news: it's still too hot for extended play. Your thick-coated dog will want to keep going — you need to be the one to stop.
Dry heat pulls moisture from a thick coat. Brush regularly to distribute natural oils — it keeps the coat healthy and improves its natural insulating properties.
Dry heat dries out the skin under a thick coat, weakening the skin barrier. That's when environmental allergens penetrate and cause itching, hot spots, and redness. A humidifier indoors helps more than you'd think.
Dry heat training for thick coats: early morning water work if you have access. Swimming is the only exercise that tires them out without overheating. Plus you can train retrieves.
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