Dehydration, loss of appetite, and always resting in a cool spot at home — do you observe these traits in your pet? These are clear signs that your furry (or feathered) friend is trying to cope with the heat, and it’s time for you to lend a helping hand.

To better understand how to care for our animal companions in rising temperatures, we sat down with Dr Priya Govind, a Chennai-based veterinarian, to learn how summer affects dogs, cats, and birds — and what pet parents can do to keep them safe and comfortable.

Dogs, cats, and birds all have different ways of handling high temperatures. Here are some simple ways to make them more comfortable this summer.

Walk them when it’s cool

Always take your pet for walks either early in the morning, late in the evening, or at night once the surface has cooled down. This can help prevent painful paw burns, which are common when pets walk over hot pavements. It’s always a good idea to limit outdoor time during summers.

“Using paw butter with CBD in it can help. After their usual walk, applying the paw butter and........

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