Pet Gadgets Make Summertime Safe For Dogs

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TMCnet

FOUNTAIN HILLS, Ariz. --(Business Wire)-- May 24, 2006 -- As temperatures start to rise, so do the dangers for dogs. Heat exhaustion, drowning, and footpad injuries frequently occur during the summer, which begins Memorial Day.

"With a healthy dose of common sense, coupled with today's innovative pet products, owners can be assured their dogs will have a safe, fun-filled summer," said Geoff Mott of PetGadgets.com, an online retail site.

Summertime dangers include:

Heat Exhaustion

Too much fun in the sun can cause overheating. Before throwing that Frisbee one last time, make sure your dog isn't showing signs of heat exhaustion, which includes excessive panting, weakness, or vomiting.

Protect your pet by limiting exercise during the hottest part of the day and keeping him cool with one of these pet gadgets:

The Dip 'n' Sip is a two-in-one unit. It provides a supply of fresh drinking water and a pool to splash around in.

The stylish yet functional ThermalWear Dog Vest stays a constant 50 degrees, helping to keep your pet from overheating.

The Petbrella stakes into the ground or sand, instantly creating a shady place.

The Sanitation Safety Stick is multifunctional. It's a flash light and pooper scooper, making it perfect for walks at night when the temperatures are cooler.

Drowning

Like children, dogs should never be left unattended near a pool. Manufacturers of water safety products estimate between 5,000 and 50,000 pets drown each year.

For added protection, install the Above Ground Pool Eye Alarm, which alerts you with a loud siren if your pet accidentally falls into the pool, or the Skamper-Ramp that allows your dog to hoist himself out of the water.

Cars

Hot weather can be deadly for dogs, especially inside cars where temperatures can soar above 100 degrees in a matter of minutes. The Hotdog, a portable electronic unit, detects and reacts to deadly temperature changes within your vehicle by automatically lowering windows, sounding the horn, and paging you.

Footpad Injuries

Hot sidewalks and asphalt can burn and blister your dog's footpads. When going for a walk or hike, protect paws from sharp objects and heat with Watson's All Terrain Dog Shoes.

All of these products -- and more -- can be found on PetGadgets.com, the best place for consumers to find unusual, innovative and high-tech pet products.