Desert Safety Tips for Dogs in Arizona, Hot Weather Dog Travel Guide Arizona is an incredible place to visit with your dog. From scenic desert trails and outdoor patios to dog parks, walkable neighborhoods, and pet-friendly vacation rentals, Scottsdale and the greater Phoenix area offer plenty of ways to enjoy the outdoors together. But Arizona’s desert environment also comes with unique safety concerns for pets. Heat, hot pavement, cactus, dehydration, snakes, and wildlife c