23/12/2021
Hypothermia:
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Hypothermia is the most common issue caused by the cold weather.
Hypothermia in pets is caused by low body temperature caused by extreme cold.
The combination of wet fur and cold weather can be dangerous to dogs and cats and contribute to hypothermia.
Other causes of hypothermia include submersion in cold water for an extended period of time, as well as shock.
Anything below a
dog’s normal body temperature (between 101°F and 102.5°F;
cats should have a body temperature between 100.5°F and 102.5°F) can be considered as hypothermia.
Symptoms of hypothermia include
paleness of skin,
shivering, and
listlessness to the point of lethargy.
When sustained for too long, hypothermia can be fatal: leading to coma, heart failure, and other organ shutdowns.
As soon as you suspect that your pet has hypothermia, try to keep them warm by wrapping them in warm blankets.
You can also wrap a heating pad or a covered hot water bottle and put it near the pet’s body to increase their body temperature.
Just make sure it’s not too hot and that it’s not directly on the skin, to avoid the risk of burns.
Don’t forget to check your pet’s temperature every 10 minutes.
If it is consistently below 98°F, seek immediate emergency veterinary attention.
Once it’s above 100°F, remove the hot water bottle to avoid overheating.
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