The Brief The current heat wave in Houston can put pets at risk. FOX 26 spoke with a Houston expert on how to keep your pets safe. How to protect pets during heat wave dangersWhat you can do:Houston is experiencing historic heat, and it’s important to keep our pets safe. Diane Wilkie, a veterinarian with Richmond Avenue Animal Hospital in Houston, says the best way to protect your pets is by keeping them indoors with air conditioning. Give them a little water, pour cool water on their body, and place a fan nearby.