Dog Health & Weather in Sacramento, CA
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Hey Sacramento dog parents! It's another warm one out there.
Even with clouds, that asphalt is cooking! Be extra careful with paws, especially on your morning and evening walks.
Even with clouds, today's 95°F is serious business. For our thick-coated Labs and all pups, this heat penetrates quickly. Keep walks strictly to before 10 AM or after 6 PM, especially with asphalt hitting 105°F.
Did you know asphalt at 105°F can burn paw pads in just 60 seconds? Think about how hot it feels on *your* bare feet on a Sacramento street!
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Today's Health Notes
Breed-specific advice for Labrador Retrievers in today's conditions.
In dry heat, a thick coat actually provides some UV protection and insulation. But they still overheat from exertion. Keep the intensity low — walks, not runs.
In dry heat, a well-maintained thick coat actually helps. Brush out loose undercoat and let the outer coat do its insulating job. Never shave — it protects against both heat and UV.
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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