As the weather heats up around the country, one of the hottest topics for parents pet should be prevented, heatstroke and other heat-related health problems. But, parents can sometimes loving pet may have underestimated the effect of heat (in particular a sharp wave) for their dog companions.
During a walk yesterday, I was a woman with a baby in a stroller, two older boys and a dog. Everyone looked hot, but none more so that the dog, who was wavingbehind the stroller, who are against the leash and exercise, because it seemed too much trouble to try to maintain. It was clear that the dog was suffering. I approached the woman to see if I could help. Of course I was anxious not to be intrusive, because I do not want to hurt that I can catch up with unsolicited advice and, on foot, not realizing that their dogs need to be looking for help. So I started with the question of what mix her dog was and his age. I said I had a friend whowith a similar type of dog (Pekingese mix) and from my experience do not do well in hot weather. I knelt down and invite the dog to me, and stepped right into the gray area that I have created and defined. The dog seemed fine to me pets.
I was not sure if this is his normal behavior, or perhaps because it was too hot and tired to take care of. However, I took it as an opportunity to look over his gums. The color seemed a bit 'redder than typical, so IHe showed the woman. Fortunately, they seemed very receptive. He said he knew that his dog was hot, we were all at the end. But, do not seem to understand how her dog more prone to suffer from the heat. They obviously had their hands full, so I stayed with her while she struck vet, so that you can come and check the condition of the dog mentioned. I was glad to hear that they were only minutes away. He carried out his dog and was the eldest son, pressStroller when he drove his car.
Dogs have a relatively inefficient cooling system. Unlike humans who sweat through the skin to cool, releasing heat mainly by panting dogs, and through the pads of their feet. As a result of ill-equipped to disperse or distribute the heat, the dogs are very sensitive to heat stroke. Heat stroke can cause brain damage, vital organ failure and even death. In addition to their lack of a good cooling system, most dogs are not likelystrong sense of when I went too far. This is especially true if you try to keep up with their human friends. Therefore, it is important to be aware of signs of heat stroke prevention and alert.
Some signs of heatstroke:
• Heavy or rapid panting
• Bright red tongue
• Red or pale gums
• Increased salivation
• Thick saliva
• Weakness, lethargy and / or disorientation
• Vomitingand / or diarrhea
Advice if your dog shows symptoms of heat stroke:
• Move to a shady and cool.
• Contact your veterinarian.
• Provide water.
• Start gradually cools down with warm water or cold water. Avoid using cold water as this can inhibit circulation and the gradual cooling. If possible, using a fan like you to help gradually cooled with water.
• Even if the dog seems more comfortable, contact your veterinarian as delayed reactions to heatStroke may develop.
Tips to prevent heat stroke:
• Avoid vigorous sports and play outside on hot days. Instead, time schedule for play inside or outside in a cooler area in the early morning or late in the day when the temperature is safe for this activity. This will also help your dog to avoid the risk of scalding.
• Avoid walking your dog for a long period of time on concrete. This type of surface can heat the faster the grass and the warmth that reflectsyour dog out of the ground caused hotter faster.
• thermal problems are the early days of hot weather, when a dog has not had a chance to get used to frequent the time. So, be very careful during this period.
• Be careful with the dogs, the most sensitive (short-nosed dogs such as bulldogs, pugs, Shih Tzu, and Mastiffs) for issues such as brachycephalic dogs, puppies, older dogs, dogs suffering from heatObesity and other medical topics.
• Hydration is the key. Remember to bring plenty of water with your dog for a walk. A good option is the portable adapter Pet water bottle for pets, most water bottles are connected to make it easier for your dog to be able to drink from them.
• Please note that dogs suffering from heat stroke, although not vigorously engage in play with each other. In fact, if the weather is warm enough, dogs can suffer heat stroke, whileSwimming.
• Do not leave your dog unattended in a car or a cool place where they can not stay.
• Provide your dog with a cool place to rest at home.
• Provide dog ice cubes or a durable, rubber chew toy that is filled with water and frozen to cool to help them occupied and happy.
• Obtain a cooling mat for your dog to rest. Some options are: The Canine Cooler, cool body, Cooling Pad Sporting Dog Solutions Dog Duo Temp dog bed, CollIII B, Premier Ice Cooling Pad Pod.
• Chat with your veterinarian before clipping the coat on a "cut summer." Hair of the dog acts to insulate from the cold, but also from the heat. Shaving the dog's coat is too short, it might be their ability to stay cool and make them more susceptible to sunburn.
The hot weather can enjoy a wonderful time for you and your dog outside. But because of the potential severity of the reaction of a dog on heat,Prevention and awareness is the key to your dog safe, healthy and happy.
