
Sadie Reminder: Pets Get Hot, Too!

With the summer season in full swing, it’s important to remember that our furry friends need special care during the heat. From protecting their paws to keeping them hydrated, many things must be considered to ensure your pets stay safe and healthy during summer. Here are some essential tips for keeping your pets cool and comfortable as the temperatures rise. Let’s make sure our beloved companions can enjoy the summer just as much as we do!
Scorching Sidewalks
The heat can make surfaces like cement, asphalt, and even truck beds scorching hot, posing a risk to your pet’s paws. The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) suggests avoiding hot surfaces during summer walks.
Here’s a simple test: if you can’t hold the back of your hand to the sidewalk for ten seconds without discomfort, it’s too hot for your pet. Consider getting booties and walking your dog early or late in the evening when the ground is cooler.
Pets Need Sunblock
Like us, pets can suffer sunburn, especially those with light-colored or short coats. You can protect your furry friends by applying pet-safe sunscreen to their ears and noses about 30 minutes before heading outside. Having a dog who loves to bask in the sun is essential. You can help prevent painful burns and potential long-term skin damage to your dog by taking this step.
Get Your Pets Groomed
You can regulate your pet’s body temperature by keeping them well-groomed during the summer. The AVMA recommends regular grooming to improve circulation and help with temperature regulation.
Different breeds have different grooming needs, so consult your local veterinarian or groomer to determine the best cut for your pet. Regular grooming sessions can help spot skin issues early, ensuring your pet stays healthy and comfortable.
Heatwave
Your pets can’t sweat like you, so it is harder for them to cool down. Watch for signs of dehydration, such as excessive panting, drooling, or lethargy. If you notice these symptoms, take your pet to a cooler place and offer water immediately. Consider providing a cooling mat or a fan to help keep their resting area comfortable.
Understanding Pet Cooling Mechanisms
Our pets don’t sweat like us; they primarily cool off through panting and, to a lesser extent, through their paw pads. This limited cooling ability means they can overheat quickly, especially in high temperatures or humid conditions.
Essential Hydration
The Humane Society of the United States recommends that pets always have access to fresh, cool water. Dehydration is a severe risk for pets in hot weather. So, keep water bowls filled and consider placing multiple water sources around your home. If you’re out and about, carry a portable water bottle for your pet to ensure they can drink whenever needed.
Creating Cool Spaces
You must provide shady areas for your pets when they are with you. Whether at home or out in the yard, ensure plenty of shaded spots where your pet can escape the sun. You can also add a cooling mat or a fan to their resting area for comfort. These mats can provide a cool surface for your pets to lie on, helping them to lower their body temperature effectively.
Splish-Splash!
A kiddie (or doggie) pool can be a fantastic way for your pet to cool off and have fun at the same time. These small pools offer a safe and refreshing spot for dogs to play and chill out during hot days. Not only does it help them stay cool, but it also provides a fun activity that can keep them entertained for hours. Just supervise them to ensure safety, and empty and clean the pool regularly to keep it hygienic.
Benefits of a Doggie Pool
A doggie pool allows your pet to cool off and have fun simultaneously. These small pools offer a safe and refreshing spot for dogs to play and chill out during hot days. Not only does it help them stay cool, but it also provides a fun activity that can keep them entertained for hours.
Safe Play Practices
Keeping your pet cool is essential, but you must supervise them when they are in the pool. Keep a close eye on them to prevent any accidents or overexertion. Like you would do with your children, never leave your pet unattended in or near the water. Regularly check the pool’s water temperature, as water can heat up quickly in direct sunlight, making it less effective for cooling.
Maintenance Tips
Keeping the doggie pool clean is crucial for your pet’s health. Empty and rinse the pool regularly to remove any debris, algae, or bacteria that could build up. It will ensure your pet has a safe and hygienic place to cool off. Use pet-safe cleaning products if necessary, and always rinse thoroughly before refilling the pool.
Gardens, Garages, and Grass—Oh My!
The antifreeze will leak from overheating cars during the hot summer, leaving toxic, sweet-tasting puddles for your pets. Always check for leaks and keep pets away from puddles in your garage or driveway.
You must also be cautious with lawn and garden products, as some fertilizers and pesticides can harm your pet. Store these products out of reach and ensure your pets only have access to treated areas once they are safe.
Summertime Safety
Summer often means BBQs and fireworks, but these can pose risks to pets. Keep foods like onions, grapes, fatty meats, chocolate, and avocado out of your pet’s reach, as they can harm your furry friend. Your pet can also get scared by loud noises from fireworks and run away.
The ASPCA finds that more pets go missing around the 4th of July than any other time. So, before the 4th of July arrives, ensure your pet has a safe, quiet hiding place and that its ID tags are current. This way, you can enjoy the festivities knowing your furry family member is safe and sound.
Stay Cool with Goettl

Ensuring your home stays cool during the summer months isn’t just essential for you—it’s crucial for your pets. By providing your pet with shady spots in your home, a doggie pool to cool, or simply maintaining your pet indoors during the daytime with the AC turned on and running efficiently, you’re helping your furry companions stay cool.
At Goettl Air Conditioning & Plumbing, we understand the importance of a well-functioning cooling system. If your air conditioner isn’t performing as it should, it could be more than just an inconvenience; it could be a health risk for your pets.
Call us today to schedule a maintenance check and ensure your home remains a haven for everyone in the family.
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Original order of checking thermostat. And why heat would not kick on right away
It was taking several degrees to heat up the house. Air conditioning works great.
He went and checked thermostat and suggested a new thermostat. $800 for two installed. 👀
He then checked furnace in attic.
The fresh air exchanger was pretty dusty and he could clean it for under a hundred $. I said go ahead because exchanger runs ten minutes per hour to keep fresh air circulating. So price was $99. Still a lot for cleaning a screen.
It seemed to have worked in conjunction with thermostat because it’s been working properly since he left.
Im glad I didn’t spend $800. But only $228 .
Hope thermostat continues to work well
Thank you Jackie.
I still think prices are very high. You can buy and install a thermostat yourself for $175. With a $75 rebate. That’s quite a difference.


I also want to add that Taylor came to service my unit and she was amazing. My dog is usually sketched by most people and she liked Taylor. That's a huge plus.









Thank you Ian for my maintenance today!
March 2, 2024
Thank you Aaron for my garbage disposal! A big shout out to Mark and Ricky in dispatch for coming through and getting this done in a timely fashion to ensure I was prepared for my company coming to dinner. I love goettl and their service! Proud to be part of club Sadie!
March 2025
Always return back to Goettl because of how well they take of me! Thanks to Judd for installing my new toilet and to Marc for my AC maintenance!
November 2025
Thank you to Gerardo for educating me on hot water heater flushing! Lol. I always appreciate geottl for their customer service and knowledgeable techs!







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Goerttl made repair experience not so painful
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Andrew is an outstanding representative of the company.
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We had Edgar come out to inspect our new home today and he did a very thorough inspection. He made sure the unit was checked so when the warranty company comes out we have all information possible. Amazing customer service and very personable
Edgar came back after a warranty inspection was done on the home by the install company. He found errors and was amazing at documentation of the issues. If I could give more than 5 stars I would.
Peter and Josue came out today to do an additional check on our unit with humidity issues. The weather was not conducive to having the outdoor pressures checked and they were very thorough with an interior check. Very professional and knowledgeable.









I would also like to thank Josh for his assistance in the process. He helped us find ways to save money on the additional work that needed to be done. His calm demeanor not only added a professional touch but also helped us heal from the prior experience with the other HVAC company. Thank you, Josh and Jorge, for helping us make the right decision. Jeremy is the bum digidy in a good way.


























I think the guy that was supposed to be assigned to me had problems. My appointment was from 9-1 and Austin was assigned to me at 1:30 and Drove over an hour to get to me.
Now that's 💜
11/24/25 Seems this is an update not its own post. Adam was out to repair our filtration system. No muss no fuss and it was fixed. Awesomely competent guy







Job done quickly and efficiently. Thank you





A special shout-out goes to Pablo, our technician. He was on time, friendly, and extremely knowledgeable. Pablo took the time to explain everything he was checking, walked me through the condition of each component, and gave helpful tips on how to keep our system running efficiently year-round. His attention to detail and pride in his work really stood out. Because of his professionalism and the overall quality of service, Goettl has definitely earned my trust and future business.
Highly recommend Goettl HVAC—and if you can, ask for Pablo!

Veronica and Kdyn did a great job cleaning our ducts too!

I have seen Goettl vans all over town and so I called them.
Got appointment right away and the Technician, Jef Eusepi, took care of our problem.



Call Goettl and was able to get us on the schedule due to a cancellation they had.
Jef Eusepi our tech was fantastic.
He explained everything and showed us pictures of what he was doing and fixing.
Would definitely recommend this Company and Jef.

He was knowledgeable and friendly and was able to flush the tank and get my hot water flowing again. Thanks again...





(Oldest)Jared was great. Got here promptly and fixed it quickly. Lifesaver on a 100+ degree day!

















On time, clean, and very thorough with any potential issues.
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Chris R came out for our Sadie Membership inspection and review before the cold comes here in TX. He did a fantastic job and really knows his stuff. Thank You!








Mike provided truly exceptional service. From the moment he arrived, it was clear he was extremely knowledgeable; he quickly and confidently diagnosed a very tricky issue that we had with our pipes, explaining everything clearly and answering all of our questions with patience. He also installed our new water heater and did an outstanding job. If you need a plumber who gets the job done right the first time, we highly recommend Mike. Thank you!






The Goettl team has been very professional and helpful to me as their customer. Thank you, Kelli Stoika.
PS… If there would’ve been 6 stars on the scale, that’s what I believe they should’ve received.



Sally



UPDATE Julian and his team, Nick & Jeffery, were here to fix my sewer pipe. They explained everything thoroughly and kept me apprised of their progress. When they finished, it looked as if they hadn’t been here even though they dug a giant whole in my yard! Most impressive! I highly recommend Goettl.
UPDATE November 14, 2025
Goettl continues to be a 5-star company for me. Always, on time, clear explanations, fair pricing, respectful of property and competent, friendly staff. Caelin was my team member today and upheld all of these values.





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This past week our service technician was Andrew Morgan and he is such a friendly, knowledgeable, and skilled technician. He spent time making sure the job was done correctly and he explained it in terms that I could understand. Not only is our unit functioning even better than before, I also gained knowledge of how the system works.













I highly recommend Goettl as this is the second time l've used them in less than a year. (2 seperate issues)... and I highly recommend them..anytime and anyday.
They have exceeded to top any expectations I could have ever had with any company.


Jerry also noticed our water pressure was low after flushing toilet then trying to wash hands in bathroom sink which were so he suggested a new pressure regulator as we have had a new better water conditioning system installed. We now have the best water pressure even when using a shower and kitchen sink faucet at the same time. Also Jerry is a master plumber and we appreciate his knowledge and experience. Will definitely call Goettl again when a plumber is needed.
Ralph & Kathy Lesmeister



Darean Guerra today. He arrived on time and took the time to explain what he was going to do. He was very knowledgeable which helped me trust what he was doing. He left his work area clean. I am very pleased with his work.









The company is installing a tankless heater and the customer service is outstanding.
I recommend Geottl to all!


They made sure my carpet was covered and when they were all through they cleaned up perfectly
I would recommend your company to anyone looking to put in a new air conditioner.
Thank you so much for all you did for me.
Sincerely, June Jones

And I would highly recommend the company and the quality technicians like Jarod.
Jarod is the go to if you want excellent
Customer service and communication for any AC related issues. He is very knowledgeable, personable and trustworthy. I am grateful and satisfied.







They listened to my issue, were very through, checked for leaks, etc. I’ve lived in Lakeway for 30 years, used MANY local plumbers - but Goettl will definitely get all my business moving forward. HIGHLY recommend!
Ty, Wil & Adrian!

Everyone from the Goettl sales representative Christian, Tech / Advisor Josias recommended a HVAC A/C and Heating system replacement. Technicians team Veronica and her partner.


Jeremy Canchola serviced our mini-split today with the usual Goettl efficiency and professionalism.
Highly recommended!





