It's right around the corner - the hot summer season. The temperatures are rising day by day and the trees are growing foliage. Everyone is looking forward to having to wear less clothes, long day spent outside, barbeques. But even though summer is cool, there are a few things dog owners should be aware of:

Heat strokes. I for one am very suseptable to those. Bulldog don't do heat very well. But all dogs need to take it slowly when temperatures get over 85 degrees F (29 degrees C). Don't let you dog run at those temperatures, and keep us supplied with plenty of cool water and shade.
Moldy food. Food spoils faster in the hot season. Keep your doggy feed in a nice cool place, and consider buying smaller amounts of food at a time, to keep it fresh.
Paw burns. The pavement gets HOT. If you wouldn't walk barefooted on a sidewalk, don't let us.
Ticks. Playing outside in the summer means ticks. NASTY little buggers. But the diseases they carry can be prevented. Stop by the vet during spring for pre-emptive treatment.

And most importantly... water, shade and loving care ensures summer fun for both man and dog.
Until then I'll just take a nap.