Dog Health & Weather in Jacksonville, FL
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Good morning, Jacksonville dog parents!
That 'feels like 101°F' isn't just for us; asphalt's already 89°, even with today's rain.
For our thick-coated Labs, today's 89°F heat with 68% humidity is a serious challenge, making them prone to overheating fast. Even with the rain, the ground temperature is still 89°F. Keep walks super short and focused on potty breaks, especially for all our dogs, regardless of breed.
Did you know the UV Index is 9.2 today? Even with thick fur, sun can burn bellies or ear tips on lighter-coated pups, especially near water!
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Breed-specific advice for Labrador Retrievers in today's conditions.
That double coat is waterproof on the outside. Your thick-coated dog probably loves rain walks. Just dry the undercoat thoroughly when you're home — trapped moisture causes hot spots.
After a rain walk, your thick-coated dog looks fine on the surface but the undercoat is wet. Towel the undercoat thoroughly or use a blow dryer — damp undercoat causes hot spots and musty smell.
Rain soaks through the outer coat and creates a damp microclimate against the skin where yeast and bacteria multiply. If your thick-coated dog smells musty after rainy days, it's a skin infection brewing. Dry the undercoat thoroughly.
Most thick-coated dogs don't mind rain, which makes it great training weather. Fewer people at the park means fewer distractions. Work on the skills that need a quieter environment.
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