Summer means vacation in the sun, relaxation and fun, but high temperatures can put your dear friend in danger of heat exhaustion. Dogs like to hang out in the sun. A favorite pastime for countless dog owners is enjoying the outdoors with their four-legged loyal companion. From having a partner in crime on the grill to jumping through a sprinkler to enjoying a day at the beach, summer is filled with relationship opportunities for you and your dog.
However, being a responsible dog owner means recognizing how heat can affect your loyal companion. It is essential that pet owners take the necessary precautions when spending any time in the heat of summer to prevent heat exhaustion. In dogs, this is an extremely serious condition that should not be ignored.
Knowing the signs of heat exhaustion and ways to avoid it can ensure that you are doing everything possible to keep your dog safe during the hot summer months. High temperatures in dogs are common in warmer months because dogs cannot sweat. Instead they try and calm themselves. Heat exhaustion in dogs is not something to take lightly. As the weather warms, it is important to know how the heat affects them. Heat exhaustion in your dog can lead to serious and potentially fatal conditions, usually on panting, loss of vital electrolytes, and even heart attacks.
We make a trip to the vet to make sure this summer is full of terrible memories.
Heat exhaustion occurs when the body temperature of the dog reaches 103 degrees Fahrenheit. However, if your dog's rectal temperature increases and reaches 106 or higher, they are at immediate risk for heat stroke. Heat stroke is extremely dangerous and can cause limbs to close and the heart to shut down completely.
Fortunately, it is not difficult to see the signs of heat exhaustion in dogs. Excessive panting is the first symptom. A dangerously heat retarded dog may experience vomiting or diarrhea, collapse or cramps, and may also have gums or tongues that turn blue or bright red. You want to identify the problem before it becomes serious, though to intervene and prevent serious. Early signs are more subtle, it can be as simple as your dog seems less obedient than usual. Signs or signs of possible heat exhaustion include slurred eyes, excessive drooling, rapid heart rate, dizziness or lack of coordination, fever, lethargy and loss of consciousness.
Almost all types of dogs are at risk of heat exhaustion, but the most affected are those with thick coats or long hair, very young or very old dogs, and brachycephalic breeds and overweight dogs. Environmental factors may also play a role in this. Be aware of not only high temperatures, but also high humidity, which can increase the chances of heat exhaustion in dogs. All dogs are at increased risk of heat exhaustion if they are not given adequate shade or any other cool place to rest indoors.
Heat stroke is an immediate medical emergency. Protecting and controlling body temperature is a priority. Cold water may be applied to the head, armpits, abdomen, and feet, or a cold cloth may be applied to these areas to keep its body temperature normal. Rubbing alcohol can be applied to pavements to increase perspiration and to thin the holes. Do not throw cold water on an overheated dog - this can cause a heart attack from shock. Instead, wrap them in wet clothes that are at room temperature, to help them reduce the body's internal temperature. Now is the time to take your dog to the emergency vet. Intravenous fluids, mild sedation and low-concentration oxygen Oxygen is commonly used to treat heat exhaustion. Monitor the dog's rectal temperature and treatment should be discontinued after showing signs of recovery.
Of course, the best treatment is prevention. You can keep your dog away from heat exhaustion with some basic safety practices. These include limiting exercise or outdoor activity on extremely hot or damp days, providing plenty of shade and water when your dog is outside, and never, under any circumstances, leaving your pet in a parked car, Even with windows not in shadow. bottom. If the power goes out or the air conditioner stops working, don't forget to make a plan to keep your little dear friend cool. In situations like this you may be uncomfortable, this is worse for your dog, whose body temperature is already much higher than yours. There are also cooling mats and cooling jackets that your dog can wear in hot temperatures. These contain special liquids, which serve to keep their dear friend at a comfortable temperature when wet.
However, being a responsible dog owner means recognizing how heat can affect your loyal companion. It is essential that pet owners take the necessary precautions when spending any time in the heat of summer to prevent heat exhaustion. In dogs, this is an extremely serious condition that should not be ignored.
Knowing the signs of heat exhaustion and ways to avoid it can ensure that you are doing everything possible to keep your dog safe during the hot summer months. High temperatures in dogs are common in warmer months because dogs cannot sweat. Instead they try and calm themselves. Heat exhaustion in dogs is not something to take lightly. As the weather warms, it is important to know how the heat affects them. Heat exhaustion in your dog can lead to serious and potentially fatal conditions, usually on panting, loss of vital electrolytes, and even heart attacks.
We make a trip to the vet to make sure this summer is full of terrible memories.
Heat exhaustion occurs when the body temperature of the dog reaches 103 degrees Fahrenheit. However, if your dog's rectal temperature increases and reaches 106 or higher, they are at immediate risk for heat stroke. Heat stroke is extremely dangerous and can cause limbs to close and the heart to shut down completely.
Fortunately, it is not difficult to see the signs of heat exhaustion in dogs. Excessive panting is the first symptom. A dangerously heat retarded dog may experience vomiting or diarrhea, collapse or cramps, and may also have gums or tongues that turn blue or bright red. You want to identify the problem before it becomes serious, though to intervene and prevent serious. Early signs are more subtle, it can be as simple as your dog seems less obedient than usual. Signs or signs of possible heat exhaustion include slurred eyes, excessive drooling, rapid heart rate, dizziness or lack of coordination, fever, lethargy and loss of consciousness.
Almost all types of dogs are at risk of heat exhaustion, but the most affected are those with thick coats or long hair, very young or very old dogs, and brachycephalic breeds and overweight dogs. Environmental factors may also play a role in this. Be aware of not only high temperatures, but also high humidity, which can increase the chances of heat exhaustion in dogs. All dogs are at increased risk of heat exhaustion if they are not given adequate shade or any other cool place to rest indoors.
Heat stroke is an immediate medical emergency. Protecting and controlling body temperature is a priority. Cold water may be applied to the head, armpits, abdomen, and feet, or a cold cloth may be applied to these areas to keep its body temperature normal. Rubbing alcohol can be applied to pavements to increase perspiration and to thin the holes. Do not throw cold water on an overheated dog - this can cause a heart attack from shock. Instead, wrap them in wet clothes that are at room temperature, to help them reduce the body's internal temperature. Now is the time to take your dog to the emergency vet. Intravenous fluids, mild sedation and low-concentration oxygen Oxygen is commonly used to treat heat exhaustion. Monitor the dog's rectal temperature and treatment should be discontinued after showing signs of recovery.
Of course, the best treatment is prevention. You can keep your dog away from heat exhaustion with some basic safety practices. These include limiting exercise or outdoor activity on extremely hot or damp days, providing plenty of shade and water when your dog is outside, and never, under any circumstances, leaving your pet in a parked car, Even with windows not in shadow. bottom. If the power goes out or the air conditioner stops working, don't forget to make a plan to keep your little dear friend cool. In situations like this you may be uncomfortable, this is worse for your dog, whose body temperature is already much higher than yours. There are also cooling mats and cooling jackets that your dog can wear in hot temperatures. These contain special liquids, which serve to keep their dear friend at a comfortable temperature when wet.
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