We may be nowhere near the dog days of summer but the season's scorching heat is already here.

According to Old Farmer's Almanac, NOAA and AccuWeather forecasters , Florida is set to face another record-breaking hot summer.

Most of the U.S., including Florida, is expected to be hot and dry this summer. The forecast is for meteorological summer, which is June, July and August. South Florida, though, could see cooler, rainy conditions.

"It's going to be a scorcher of a summer ," according to the Old Farmer's Almanac.

While we know our own risks when it comes to bracing the sweltering heat, we also need to be aware of our furry-faced residents, who are among the most at-risk for overheating in the over 90-degree climate. It's critical to keep our beloved pets cool during the summer.

Wondering what the signs of heat stroke look like for animals? We got you covered. Here's what to look out for and some tips on how to prevent it in the first place.

Know the symptoms of possible heatstroke in pets

If you suspect that your pet is overheated, immediately take them to a cooler area or to the vet. Once in a cool room, separate their fur with your fingers so the cool air can penetrate the skin.

Keep water on hand when outside

Pets can get dehydrated quickly, so make sure to have plenty of fresh, clean water when it’s hot and humid outdoors.

If your pet is getting overheated, cool your pet down as quickly as possible by pouring cool water over their head and body, gently hose a very gentle stream of cool water over them, or submerge them in a tub of cool water.

Get supplies to help cool pets down

Never leave your pet in a hot car

Not only is this dangerous for pets, but it is illegal in most states. Even on a warm day, temperatures inside a vehicle can rise rapidly to severe levels.

On an 85-degree day, for example, the temperature inside a car with the windows opened slightly can reach 102 degrees within 10 minutes, according to the Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles . After 30 minutes, the temperature will reach 120 degrees. Your pet may suffer irreversible organ damage or die.

Animals with flat faces, like Pugs and Persian cats, are more susceptible to heat stroke since they cannot pant as effectively.

Don’t let your pet linger on hot asphalt

If the temperature outside is 85 degrees, asphalt in the sun can easily reach over 140 degrees and burn your pet's paw pads.

Try to limit your pet's outdoor excising, and adjust intensity and duration of exercise in accordance with the temperature. On very hot days, the American Kennel Club suggests limiting exercise to early morning or evening hours and being especially careful with pets with white-colored ears, who are more susceptible to skin cancer, and short-nosed pets, who typically have difficulty breathing.

Never shave your pet

While one might think layers of thick fur might cause a pet to overheat, shaving does the opposite of keeping them cool.

They add to be sure that any sunscreen or insect repellent product you use on your pets is labeled specifically for use on animals.

Visit the vet for a spring or early summer checkup

On top of keeping your pets cool at the moment, make sure your pets get their regular check-ups and make sure there are no underlying issues to worry about ahead of the summer. Experts also advise pets to get tested for heartworm if they aren’t on year-round preventative medication.