🚨 URGENT PET SAFETY ALERT - 29 States Affected! 🐕

Hey everyone! Just saw this important warning from Newsweek that I HAD to share with our community.

**The National Weather Service has issued extreme heat warnings across 29 states**, and they're specifically warning pet owners about "dangerously hot conditions."

## The Reality Check That'll Save Lives:

**Car interiors reach LETHAL temperatures in just MINUTES** - even with windows cracked. The NWS is explicitly telling people: "Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles."

## Protect Your Furry Family Members:

✅ **NEVER leave them in the car** - not even for "just a minute"

✅ **Provide constant access to fresh water** - refill bowls frequently

✅ **Create multiple shade spots** - dogs will move as the sun moves

✅ **Limit outdoor time** during peak heat hours (10am-4pm)

✅ **Walk on grass, not pavement** - if it's too hot for your hand, it's too hot for paws

## Signs of Heat Exhaustion in Dogs:

- Heavy panting and drooling

- Lethargy or weakness

- Vomiting or diarrhea

- Loss of coordination

**States currently under warnings include:** Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and 12 more under heat advisories.

**This is the first major heat wave of the year** - our pets aren't acclimated yet, making it even more dangerous.

Let's look out for each other and our four-legged friends! Share this with anyone who needs to see it.

*Source: [Newsweek - Pet Warning Issued to Millions of Americans Across 29 States](https://share.google/SSW8STUk82zktKFh5)*

What are your go-to strategies for keeping your pets cool? Drop them below! 👇

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