How to keep pets safe during the summer heat, according to experts

The dog days of summer are in full swing, which means it's important to keep your pooch protected from the heat. 

The U.S. has experienced unrelenting temperatures this year, with triple-digit highs seen across the country, from the Southwest to the nation's capital. This week another summer heat wave is hitting Southern California, with temperatures rising into the upper 90s and triple digits in the valleys.

And while we're all feeling the impact of the heat, it can be even harder for animals to regulate extreme temperatures.