Heatwave Alert: How to protect your pets and keep them cool

Pet parent Parul with her fur baby and (foreground) Dr Amritha Lala, Griffith Veterinary Hospital. Credit: Provided by Parul and Amritha

As Australia braces for extreme heatwaves, the risks to household pets, particularly cats and dogs, are often overlooked. Itee Dewan speaks with veterinarian Dr Amitha Lala of Griffith Vet Hospital on the early warning signs of heat stress that pet owners commonly miss and practical, lifesaving steps owners can take during extreme heat. The podcast also features firsthand experience from a pet owner sharing how she protects her pets during heatwave conditions.

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