My dog and the heat

[Wild_E]

I started using garden gates in the side of my van. Fit it into the one side and then use a lock and chain in the front door post side to make sure some dumassss does not let her out.&nbsp;<div><br></div><div>I have a 2nd gate for the other side when it get very hot<br><div><br></div><div>She also likes the extra view, people come by look at her, so far love the idea and no problems at all.&nbsp;</div></div><div><br></div><div>Edit: I also have tinted windows in the Van, park facing away from the Sun, use a sun blocker on the dash as well! She also has a big bowl of water all the time, even when I drive, although it is not so full then.</div>

 

[She]

You can also use ceramic tiles, like in the bathroom. Always stays cool to the touch. My little guys love them in the summer.

 

[sl1966]

Large computer fan, hooked up directly to solar, pulling air OUT through a high vent. ..Willy.

<div><br></div><div>The trailer and fan I was speaking of was an 18 foot travel trailer with a fan-tastic vent 4000r running on high/sucking air out of the rig. The owner was kind enough to demo the fan for me since I was looking into buying one.&nbsp;</div>

 

[byeceeya]

Don't know what's the regs in WV but here in VA, you could be arrested and fined for leaving a dog, cat, bird, KID, in a vehicle.&nbsp; My former landlord got nailed for that, in an open mini-van, big bowl of water, doors open, while he off-loaded some antique to his store 50 feet away.&nbsp; so, not only is it illegal in most cities and towns, it's unkind, yea even terminal for the pet.&nbsp; Just my .02 cents.<br>

 

[NanaAnnieB]

Having pets are a bit like having kids, aren't they?&nbsp;&nbsp;In thinking whether or not I want to have a dog with me, I feel like I'm making a parenting choice (I am currently pet and child-free - the former have passed on, the later have pets and kids of their own now). &nbsp;I'm pretty sure I want a dog, though. &nbsp;It will take away some freedoms, but give me companionship and protection.&nbsp;<br /><br />I want to get one of these... <a href="http://muttmanagers.com/gallery?pid=3">http://muttmanagers.com/gallery?pid=3</a>&nbsp;although as others have said, leaving the dog in the vehicle unattended can get you arrested.. but this is good in general, for letting the breeze in and not letting the dog out. &nbsp; Another thought is, depending on the situation, putting the dog in a portable pet pen (not a cage) type of a thing that is in the shade..dog might still need to be on a leash, and you'd need to go out and check a lot. &nbsp;<br /><br />Wouldn't work at Wal-mart, but if your work would let you do it, it might be something you could do. &nbsp;<br /><br /><br />

 

[angeli]

Annie,<br /><br />I totally agree!&nbsp; It definitely is a child-care choice, for sure!&nbsp; An intelligent adult dog can be as mentally developed as a two year old human, and that means that you have a sentient being who is depending on you to care for them.&nbsp; Having had dog companions for almost 40 years, I have to say I absolutely believe that they have a certain kind of abstract thought and reasoning ability, and MOST of them are much more developed emotionally than humans are.&nbsp; They can handle unconditional love, and we cannot!<br /><br />A dog or cat or whatever is a great friend, but they aren't an appliance or an accessory.&nbsp; JMO&nbsp; <img src="/images/boards/smilies/smile.gif" alt="" align="absmiddle" border="0" /><br /><br />PS - Thanks for the link.&nbsp; I LOVE those screens.

 

[Mortisha]

This is one reason I am glad my son is coming with my on my travels across the US because we have 2 dogs and this way with 2 adults we can take turns watching them and still enjoy sites and places that they don't allow animals. Not real sure about places like museums and such what we are going to do with the doggies but I am sure we will figure something out =) Love the posts very informative Thanks HuggZ

 

[katelyn]

Since I'm on disability, I had my Doctor write a note stating that I needed my dog due to my disability. It's called an emotional support dog. There isn't any law on official paperwork/registration for support dogs or service dogs, they just have to be well behaved, not bark or disturb people and not be aggressive and you can take them anywhere with you!
It's always good to carry the Doc's note but not necessary. When staying at a hotel I just told them he was a service dog and didn't have to pay the pet fee and they didn't ask for any proof. From what I understand, it is illegal for any store owner to ask about why you need the dog or ask about your disability.
I got my dog a harness that states it's a service dog and had it registered here--- https://www.nsarco.com/emotional-housing.html

 

[jeanontheroad]

Howardsell2000, If you really love him and can't be around electrical hookup or find doggy day care, give him up. You can leave windows cracked and run fans until the cows come home, but it's still going to miserable in that van and it is going to kill him, especially if you end up in Florida as you plan.

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Yes, we do have our dog with us. But we are retired and are usually hooked to air conditioning. He spends most of his time with us and we regilarly use kennels for daycare if we are going to be gone for hours without him. I am not sure how much he likes being left, but he is safe and we feel good about that.

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Yes, we do have our dog with us. But we are retired and are usually hooked to air conditioning. He spends most of his time with us and we regilarly use kennels for daycare if we are going to be gone for hours without him. I am not sure how much he likes being left, but he is safe and we feel good about that.

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Speaking of heat, dogs can get into trouble even outside. I had chores this morning, when I usually take Whiz for his daily long walk, and ended up going in the 90 degree heat of the day. He was crazy to get out and I am just crazy. We walked to the field. The prairie dogs were out feeding. He chased them like mad for about half an hour, then flopped under a tree with his eyes closed, panting, and would not move. Heat exhaustion.

I finally picked him up and carried him halfway home, which just about gave me heat exhaustion. A man working on his house brought him water and let us sit in the shade until Whiz was could make it on his own. From now on, I am carrying water for him, even we are only going to be out for only an hour.