06/29/2023
Please think about all the pets during this heat wave
Be in the know this summer and keep your pets safe!
Check the pavement before going on a walk. Place your hand on it for 10 full seconds. If it’s too hot for you, it’s too hot for them.
Know the signs – lagging is the number one sign that your dog is too hot.
Water, water, water! Make sure your pet has access to plenty of fresh water to drink. And if your pet likes to swim, offering a safe swimming option is an excellent way to keep cool
Keep an eye on your pet’s tongue and eyes. Red eyes and a tongue hanging very far out of a dog’s mouth is an indication that they are overheating.
Limit afternoon outdoor activity. Take short walks in shaded areas or consider early morning or evening strolls.
NEVER leave your pet in the car unattended, not even for a short period of time. Did you know that on a 95-degree day, your car's interior can reach 100+ degrees within 10 minutes!
A dog’s normal body temperature is 101 to 102.5 degrees. If
their temperatures reaches 107 degrees, they can suffer brain
damage or even death.
Heatstroke symptoms include: excessive panting, a sudden
stopping of panting, salivation, an anxious or staring expression,
weakness, muscle tremors, red tongue, blue lips, vomiting,
collapse or coma.
If your dog show symptoms of heatstroke, immediately do the
following:
• Move the dog to a cool, shady place
• Pour cool water on him and offer him some to drink
• Fan him vigorously to promote evaporation
• Rush him to the veterinarian
IMPORTANT---> DO NOT apply ice, since it will constrict blood flow and inhibit cooling.
