[Barefoot]

Originally Posted by fred53

As to the people that have dogs with lots of fur/hair...get the fur cut short...bringing a long haired dog to a climate like this is rather cruel as they developed that long fur to keep them warm.

It's a popular misconception that cutting a dog's hair in the summer will keep the dog cooler.

Article from the ASPCA ...
.... hold those clippers! While you or I would hate to sport a fur coat in 100-degree weather, your pets’ fur coats are actually providing them with heat relief.
“A dog’s coat is kind of like insulation for your house,” explains Dr. Louise Murray, Vice President of the ASPCA Animal Hospital. “Insulation stops your home from getting too cold in winter, but it also keeps it from overheating in summer—and your dog’s coat does the same thing.”
Dogs’ coats have several layers, and these layers are essential to your dog’s comfort in the heat. Robbing your dog of this natural cooling system can lead to discomfort and overheating. And keeping your dog cool isn’t the only reason to leave his coat intact, Dr. Murray warns. Your dog’s coat prevents your pup from getting sunburn and helps protect her from skin cancer.