Environment Canada is calling for another stretch of hot, dry weather.

Kaley Pugh is the Executive Director for Animal Protection Services of Saskatchewan.

She says it’s extremely important that people realize the hot weather can be challenging for animals whether it’s your pet or livestock:

"People do have an obligation to ensure their animals aren't in distress," Pugh said. "If that means your pet dog in the backyard or if that means your horses, cattle, sheep or whatever else you might have. People need to be vigilant and make sure that their animals have proper water, that the quality of water is good and it stays good and that the animals have appropriate shelter for whatever weather they might be dealing with."     

According to their website if a person is convicted under the Animal Protection Act the possible penalties include a fine of up to $25,000, Imprisonment for up to 2 years and a restriction on owning animals for a specific time period