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'Imagine wearing a fur coat outside.' | North Texas animal shelters urge pet owners to protect animals as extreme heat grips the region
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· July 23, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The shelters are reminding owners to consider the discomfort their pets may be experiencing in the high temperatures.
North Texas animal shelters are urging pet owners to take action to protect their animals from the extreme heat. The shelters are reminding owners to consider the discomfort their pets may be experiencing in the high temperatures. The heat can be particularly challenging for animals with fur coats.
Animal shelters in the area are providing guidance to help pet owners keep their animals safe and cool. For more information on how to protect pets from the heat, readers can visit the WFAA website for further details and guidance from local animal shelters.
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Category: local Published: July 23, 2026 Source: WFAA Reading time: 1 min
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