As Moose Jaw experiences another heat summer heat wave we are being reminded to watch over our pets. 

Sometimes, the best thing to do is just leave them at home according to local animal expert Gary Overs, because the hot weather can have some bad effects.

"There's no sense in taking them for a walk, when it's 25 degrees outside it's over 52 degrees on asphalt which can actually start burning their feet," explained Overs.

"I always have a rule that I say, if you can take the back of your hand and put it on the street, but can't leave it there because it's too hot, than it's too hot for your dogs feet."

There are some things you can do to help your dog beat the heat.

"You can have a little kiddie pool set up in shade, just don't tie him up without shade. Provide him with fresh water, that's where a pool can come in handy as sometimes a dog can spill his water dish and find himself in deep trouble."

Overs also pointed out that just like people, dogs can experience heat stroke and one clear sign is if they look like they're panicking while panting. If you fear your dog is suffering from heat stroke, he recommends you put room temperature water on their belly and a cold cloth on the pads of their feet.