Summertime and Pets

Ah, the dog days of summer—those sweltering days when the sun blazes high, and the heat feels unrelenting. While we might enjoy the extra daylight and time outdoors, it's important to remember that our furry friends experience the heat differently. As temperatures rise, so do the risks for our pets. Here’s how you can keep them healthy, cool, active, and hydrated during these hot months.

Staying Cool and Hydrated

Hydration is Key:

Just like us, pets need plenty of water to stay hydrated, especially when it's hot. Make sure your pets have access to fresh, cool water at all times. Consider adding ice cubes to their water bowls to keep it cooler for longer.

Avoid the Heat:

Plan walks and outdoor activities during the cooler parts of the day—early morning or late evening. The pavement can get extremely hot and burn your pet's paws, so always check it with your hand before heading out.

Shade and Rest:

If your pets are outside, ensure they have access to shade and a cool place to rest. A kiddie pool filled with water can be a fun and effective way for dogs to cool off.

Cooling Products:

Invest in cooling mats, vests, or bandanas for your pets. These products can provide relief from the heat and keep your pets comfortable.

Keeping Active

Indoor Play:

When it’s too hot to play outside, create engaging activities indoors. Puzzle toys, treat dispensers, and indoor games can keep your pets mentally stimulated and physically active without exposing them to the heat.

Shorter, Frequent Walks:

Instead of long walks, opt for shorter, more frequent outings. This way, your pet can still get exercise without overheating.

Hydrotherapy:

Swimming is an excellent way for dogs to stay active and cool. If you have access to a safe, clean body of water or a pet-friendly pool, let your dog take a dip!

Pet Perennials: Offering Comfort When It’s Needed Most

At Pet Perennials, we understand the deep bond you share with your pets and the heartbreak that comes with their loss. Our Gift Perks Service is designed for pet-centric businesses—like doggy daycares, pet groomers, veterinarians, and pet sitters—to offer sympathy gifts to their clients after the loss of a beloved pet. This service makes it convenient and affordable to show your clients you care.

All-Inclusive Pricing:

Our Gift Perks clients benefit from all-inclusive pricing. Each gift includes the gift itself, gift wrap, a pet-themed sympathy card with a personalized message (we handwrite your custom note onto the sympathy card), and direct shipping to the client’s home. There are no membership fees or minimum orders, making it easy to offer this thoughtful service as needed.

Thoughtful Gifts:

Here are two of our favorite memorial gifts:

• Crystal Rainbow Suncatcher

• Handmade Keepsake:

This beautiful suncatcher features angel wings, a cascade of crystals, and a teardrop-shaped prism. It’s a touching tribute to the light pets bring into our lives. At the end of the cascade is a charm that reads, "Forever in my heart" and has pawprints making this a perfect gift for remembering a beloved dog or cat.

• Crystal Rainbow:

The vibrant colors represent the Chakra system, promoting healing and emotional balance. It's perfect for hanging in a window, on a car rearview mirror, or anywhere it can catch the sunlight.

• Significance:

Each suncatcher comes with a leaflet explaining the significance of its elements and the Chakra system.

• Forever in My Heart Photo Frame

• Handcrafted Keepsake:

This heartfelt frame is made with love and care, featuring a space for a favorite photo and a wood charm where a pet’s name can be placed.

• Heartfelt Photo Insert:

The frame includes the caption “Forever in my heart,” a touching reminder that our furry friends remain close to us even after they’ve gone.

• Simplistic Style:

Its elegant design makes it a beautiful accent piece for any home or office décor.

• Personalized Touch:

A photo of the pet may be uploaded with purchase. We will insert the photo into the frame before mailing. This, and the ability to personalize the frame with the pet’s name, makes it a pet loss remembrance that will be cherished for years to come.

Losing a pet is never easy, but with our memorial gifts, you can help your clients honor and cherish their pets’ memories. The Crystal Rainbow Suncatcher and Forever in My Heart Photo Frame are just two ways we help keep the memories of our beloved pets alive.

Stay cool and take care of your furry friends this summer. And remember, Pet Perennials is here to help when the time comes to say goodbye.

For more information about our products and services, visit our website and discover how you can create a lasting tribute to your beloved pet.

Lori is co-founder of Pet Perennials and a lifelong animal lover. She currently resides in a small lake community with her two feline companions, Snookie and Pumpkin. Lori learned to ride a Western Saddle as a child and rode English as an adult. When her oldest daughter fell in love with horses as a young girl, they eventually rescued a horse named Sugar and enjoyed time on the trails of NW PA. Her daughter's passion for horses continues and as an adult, she rescued a horse and in turn is now passing on her love of everything horse to her own daughter.

Pet Perennials offers a Gift Perks Service with all-inclusive pricing for Pet-centric businesses to send thoughtful sympathy gifts to clients, family, and employees conveniently and affordably.