nuvet labsyour dog and heatstroke – what you should know
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With spring here and summer hot on its heels, NuVet thought it would be a good time to talk about heat stroke, also known as hyperthermia, which can occur when your dog’s internal temperature exceeds 103 degrees Fahrenheit. Continue reading to learn more about how heatstroke can impact your pooch, its warning signs and prevention.
How do dogs cool themselves off?
It’s important to understand that dogs do not cool themselves like their human companions.
Unlike us, dogs can only sweat through the pads of their feet.
If your dog is out in a hot backyard with a lack of shade or in a car, his body cannot efficiently cool off, which could result in heatstroke.
Symptoms of heatstroke Excessive panting
Excessive drooling
Excessive thirst
Increased heart rate
Bright red tongue
Bright red or pale gums
Lethargy
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Weakness
Shock
Thick saliva
What you can do to cool your dog
Remove your dog from the source of heat
Provide your dog with some cool, fresh water
Cool your dog off by wiping him down with wet towels. Focus on the neck and groin area. Do not submerge your dog in cold water.
Contact your veterinarian.
How to prevent heatstroke Be aware of the temperature
Do not leave your dog in a car on warm or hot days
Always have a source of fresh water available to your pup
If your dog needs to be outside, make sure your dog has a shaded area to rest in
How to prevent heatstroke Keep your pup inside on hot days
Make sure your dog has access to air conditioning, a fan or other source of cool air
Do not engage your pup in rigorous exercise on hot days
NuVet understands that an encounter with heatstroke can be quite frightening and that keeping your dog comfortable and safe during the warm spring and summer months is important to you. We also understand that keeping your dog healthy is important to you. That is why we have spent many years of research in developing a nutritious supplement just for dogs.
NuVet Plus has been designed to keep your pooch at their best.
Many dog parents have shared with us how NuVet Plus has improved the quality of their pet's lives
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