Beat the Heat
Pets should never be left inside parked cars on warm days. The temperature inside a car can rise to dangerous levels in minutes. If you see a pet in a hot car, call an animal control officer or the police immediately. Be sure to tell others! You can use our cards or fliers to help spread the word.

Keep on Truckin' ... Safely
Riding in the back of pickup trucks is dangerous for dogs. If the driver must turn or stop quickly, the dog could be thrown from the truck. That may even cause an accident when other drivers try to avoid hitting the dog. Make posters asking people not to let their dogs ride in the back of trucks. Ask permission to put your posters up in stores, gas stations, and other public places.

Pack for Pets
Some people take pets with them on trips. Remind people what they will need to pack for their pets. Make suitcase-shaped signs listing those items. Include the following: leash, pet carrier, food, water, a first-aid kit, toys, and a litter box for cats. Also mention that pets should wear ID tags. One should give the phone number of the pet's home. The other should give the number at the vacation spot. Ask travel agents and veterinarians to hang your signs in their offices.

Don't Sit Around -- Sit for a Pet!
Often pets are safer and happier when left at home. If your neighbors go on a short trip, offer to care for their pets. Be sure to get your parents' permission first. Here are some ways to be a perfect pet-sitter:

• Make sure you have the time for pet-sitting. You should visit the pet at least three times a day.
  
• Ask the pet guardians to write instructions for you. They should include the pet's feeding, grooming, and exercise schedules.
   
• You will need a phone number at which the pet guardians can be reached. Also keep their veterinarian's number handy.

Have fun! Give the pet plenty of love, attention, and playtime.