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25/05/2024

Pet sitting, visits and walking available.

16/03/2023

29/07/2022

Heatstroke in dogs - it's a real risk over the next few days in the UK. With very unusual temperatures in the UK at the moment, please follow our evidence based advice on how to manage your dogs:

How to keep them cool:

> Short walks only very early or very late when it has cooled down. During periods of extreme heat, it may be better to avoid walking altogether.

> No intensive exercise (such as ball throwing)

> Keep your dog inside. Keep blinds shut and provide them with a fan/AC. .

> Clip - If you have a double coated dog then you should seriously consider clipping them. A thick coat does NOT keep the dog cool - this is a myth. Just watch for sunburn if you clip!

> Always have fresh water available and change it regularly. Ice cubes will not provide any significant benefit and may even reduce drinking.

> Use cold water all over their body to cool them and allow them to dry naturally at intervals throughout the day if required.

> Avoid car journeys!

Signs your dog is too hot or is suffering from heat exhaustion/stroke:

> Panting - The faster and heavier the panting the quicker you need to act. If your dog is panting at rest then seek to cool it down as quickly as possible.

> Change in behaviour - if your dog seems agitated, starts whining, drooling excessively and barking unusually this can be a sign of heatstroke.

> Physical signs - increased heart rate, red or purple gums or tongue, glassy eyes, raised temperature of 40ºC (104ºF) and above.

> Severe signs - weakness or inability to get up, staggering and collapse, seizures

What to do if you suspect your dog is suffering from heatstroke:

> Heatstroke is a medical emergency and you need to take immediate action to reduce the risk of serious injury or death. You must rapidly cool your dog with lots of cold water from the tap/hose or submerge them in a paddling pool/bath of cold water. Stay with them and hold their head to prevent drowning. Call the vet as soon as you can and follow their guidance.

This information is based on the advice of Dr David Marlin and is all backed up by scientific literature.

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02/01/2022

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