Bottoms Up! Hosing Summertime Dogs from Paws and Legs First, Up to Back and Head Last
Heat radiating off sidewalks, asphalt roads, and driveways may range from 90- 120 degrees in summertime. I often hose down a dog before the walk to cool them down and protect them from overheating and burning paw pads. Wet paws and dripping legs may provide some comfort for dog paws when you have intermittent grass and shaded areas combined with sun heated areas. A soaked dog with water soaked paws, legs, hips, belly, back, chest, and head will be more relaxed and joyous in h