by Luella May

(The Best Years in Life) Summers can often be hot and dry in much of the country, with very little rain or other relief and plenty of advisories to stay indoors. Such heat can literally suck the life out of you the same way it does to the parched ground and withering plants - and it can do so for animals as well as humans, especially dogs which are normally kept outdoors. As we head into Labor Day, often the hottest time of the year, it is important to protect our beloved pets from the soaring temperatures. Read More.