July heat waves have led the American Veterinary Medical Association to create a video with heatstroke prevention tips for cats and dogs. The video features Dr. W. Ron DeHaven, CEO of the AVMA, listing ways to keep cats cool this summer, such as keeping cats indoors, especially where there might be air conditioning.

DeHaven discusses the heat waves that hit the Northeast earlier in July, and says dogs and cats are more susceptible to heatstroke than humans are during such a time. Reasons include pets’ fur coats, inabilty to sweat and limited abilty to cool off through panting and drinking water.

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