Our veterinary clinic has seen an uptick in cases of heat stroke in pets across the past month here in Alpharetta.

Extra caution for flat-faced breeds: Brachycephalic dogs—including French Bulldogs, Pugs, and Boxers—can overheat much faster because their shortened airways make it harder to cool themselves effectively through panting. Keep exercise especially limited on hot or humid days.

And DEFINITELY never leave a pet unattended in a parked vehicle, even for a short period. Temperatures inside a car can become dangerous remarkably quickly.

Watch for signs of overheating or heat stroke, including:

• Excessive or frantic panting
• Heavy drooling
• Bright red or unusually pale gums
• Weakness, stumbling, or difficulty standing
• Vomiting or diarrhea
• Confusion or unusual behavior
• Collapse or loss of consciousness

If your pet is showing significant weakness, vomiting, confusion, difficulty breathing, collapse, or other signs of severe overheating, treat it as an emergency. Move them into a cool environment, begin cooling them with cool—not ice-cold—water, and contact your veterinarian or emergency hospital right away.

A little prevention goes a long way. Stay cool and stay safe this summer! 🐶🐱❤️

— The Edgewater Animal Hospital Team on Windward Parkway

My partner and I haven’t had a date night in a while bc of our kiddo but we finally have a free night coming up. Any suggestions for a date night and maybe some drinks?

Hi All,

I am thinking of buying a house in Rose Creek by Pulte. I am moving from NJ and am South Asian.I wanted to understand if there is any racism there and how is the North Forsyth High School. I would appreciate any insights.

Has anyone tested their home for Radon?

Hi everyone,

We're considering a home in Beazer's Estates at Daves Creek community in Forsyth County. The homes look impressive, and it's zoned for South Forsyth High School, which is a big plus for us.

That said, we've noticed the community doesn't seem to be selling as quickly as some of the nearby Toll Brothers communities. We're wondering if there's something we're missing or if it's simply a matter of builder preference and market dynamics.

For those familiar with the area or the community, we'd love to hear your honest feedback:

• What do you like about Estates at Daves Creek or just Daves Creek neighborhood in general?
• Are there any concerns or drawbacks we should be aware of?
• Any experience with Beazer as a builder?
• Any insights on location, resale potential, HOA, traffic, schools, or overall value?

We'd appreciate hearing both the positives and negatives before making a decision.

Thanks so much in advance for sharing your thoughts! 😊

If you’ve been to an orthopedic doctor in any of the North Atlanta suburbs who is polite & respectful with a good bedside manner and not quick to rush to surgery, please share the name and location if you recommend him/her.

For what it’s worth, this is for shoulder and/or neck. I’m not sure which came first or which one caused the other (or if they’re two separate issues). Thank you for your input!