The pet health and wellness company
offers refuge and shares veterinarian-recommended tips to
help keep pets safe and cool
SAN
DIEGO, July 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As
temperatures soar across the country, Petco Health and Wellness
Company, Inc. (Nasdaq: WOOF) welcomes leashed pets of all breeds,
shapes and sizes into pet care centers nationwide, where they and
their families can seek refuge from the extreme heat. They can also
stay hydrated with access to fresh, clean and safe water at Petco
locations during regular business hours.
"Communities everywhere are feeling the effects of the heat
wave, and this includes our beloved pets," said Petco Chief
Veterinarian Dr. Whitney Miller,
DVM, MBA, DACVPM. "It's critical that pet parents know how to
recognize any signs that their furry family members may be
experiencing dehydration or heat exhaustion, and how to help them
stay cool and hydrated. I'm proud that Petco pet care centers are
opening their doors to offer pets and their families a safe haven
where they can retreat, rehydrate and pick up cooling solutions
while out and about this summer."
What pet parents should know, according to Dr. Miller:
- Prioritize hydration: Pets should always have access to
fresh, clean and safe water. Petco pet care centers are offering
cool drinking water for pets in disposable water bowls, which helps
limit the risk of disease transmission. Pets can also access shade
in Petco locations, as just a few minutes of direct sunlight in
extreme temperatures can risk heat exhaustion.
- Recognize the watchouts: Signs of overheating and
dehydration in pets include panting, drooling, deep or rapid
breathing, weakness, disorientation, and vomiting. If pets begin
exhibiting any of these symptoms, move them to a cool, shaded area
immediately, give them fresh water and contact a trusted
veterinarian if symptoms worsen. Just as children should not be
left in a car unattended, pet parents should not leave pets in a
car in the heat, as temperatures can skyrocket in a matter of
minutes.
- Adjust walking routine: Prioritize cooler times of the
day for walks and remember that sidewalks can get hot for pets' paw
pads. Seek cooler surfaces like dirt or grass to help keep pets
comfortable. If you can't comfortably place your hand on the ground
for at least seven seconds, then it's too hot for dogs' paws.
- Stock up on summer essentials: Products such as boots
for paw protection, paw balm, travel bowls, cooling cots and toys
that can be frozen can help keep pets safe and happy all summer
long.
- Cool off with a comb-out: Keep up with regular grooming
to help pups stay cool in warm weather. This is especially
important for dogs with long or thick coats.
For more information on health and wellness products that help
keep pets safe and cool, visit petco.com. To find the closest Petco
pet care center and regular hours, visit stores.petco.com.
About Petco, The Health + Wellness Co.:
Founded in 1965, Petco is a category-defining health and wellness
company focused on improving the lives of pets, pet parents and our
own Petco partners. We've consistently set new standards in pet
care while delivering comprehensive pet wellness products, services
and solutions, and creating communities that deepen the pet-pet
parent bond. We operate more than 1,500 pet care centers across the
U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, which offer
merchandise, companion animals, grooming, training and a growing
network of on-site veterinary hospitals and mobile veterinary
clinics. Our complete pet health and wellness ecosystem is
accessible through our pet care centers and digitally at
petco.com and on the Petco app. In tandem with Petco
Love (formerly the Petco Foundation), a life-changing
independent nonprofit organization, we work with and support
thousands of local animal welfare groups across the country and,
through in-store adoption events, we've helped find homes for
nearly 7 million animals.
Media Contact:
Yvonne Tarrab
Yvonne.Tarrab@Petco.com
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