06/24/2024
PLEASE take all precautions with this heat and your animals!! It doesn't take long for a small issue to become a big one.
It's HOT!🥵Heat stress in dogs is just as serious and life-threatening as it is for humans. It is important to take steps to keep them cool outdoors during high temperatures and know the signs of heat stress.
These are the common signs of heat stress. If you notice your pet experiencing any of these symptoms, get emergency veterinary care immediately:
▪️Excessive panting
▪️Excessive drooling
▪️Abnormal gum and tongue color
▪️Anxiousness
▪️Restlessness
▪️Unsteadiness
▪️Collapse
Take these steps to keep your pets cool when temperatures rise:
🐶Provide unlimited access to fresh water and shade.
🐶Exercise your dogs in the cooler parts of the day.
🐶Stay off hot surfaces, such as asphalt, when exercising your dogs. This can cause serious burns to their paws.
🐶Never leave a pet in a vehicle, even for a short time. Temperatures in vehicles can rise to dangerous levels within minutes.
🐶Talk to your veterinarian about whether you should trim or clip your dog’s coat and whether you should use sunscreen on your pet.
🐶Keep them free of parasites, including fleas, ticks, and heartworms. Discuss the appropriate products and dosages for your pets with your veterinarian.
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