Dog Health & Weather in Pittsburgh, PA
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Pittsburgh dog parents, heads up!
Looks like another classic Pittsburgh summer day: rain, high humidity, and that muggy air making everything feel hotter, even the asphalt.
With the thermometer hitting 81°F and feeling like 85°F, plus 86% humidity and rain, conditions are tough. Thick-coated Labs, like many Pittsburgh pups, will struggle to cool down. Keep those walks short and off the 81°F asphalt!
Did you know asphalt at 81°F can still be too hot? While it feels warm to us, it's quickly approaching a dangerous temp for your pup's paws, especially around the Point.
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Breed-specific advice for Labrador Retrievers in today's conditions.
Rain is nothing for a double coat. The outer layer repels water while the undercoat insulates. Let them enjoy it. But do dry them properly after — a damp undercoat breeds bacteria.
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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