Heatstroke in Dogs – Signs, Care and Prevention

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Heatstroke in Dogs Signs, Care and Prevention
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Heatstroke Defined
Heatstroke happens when the body temperature gets
elevated and goes above 101.5 degrees Fahrenheit.
Playing or exercising in an open space on a sunny
day can increase their body temperature.
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Heatstroke Factors

• Longhaired or brachycephalic short-nosed ones
  are more susceptible to heatstroke.
• Young and senior dogs are more susceptible to
  heatstroke.
• Obese dogs and dogs with medical conditions are
  severely impacted by it.

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Symptoms of Heatstroke

• Relentless panting
• Too much drooling
• Lethargy
• Increased body temperature
• Bright red gums
• Dry mucous membranes
• Loss of consciousness

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Initial care during heatstroke

• Keep your pet away from the sun's heat in a
  shaded place.
• Give them cool water to drink but do not force
  them to drink more.
• Avoid covering them with wet towels as that will
  trap heat just spray tepid water underside of
  dogs.
• Keep the AC or fan on to keep the area cool.
• Call your vet immediately for more guidance.

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Steps to avoid heatstroke in your pet

• Avoid hot weather and go for a walk in the
  morning or evening.
• Do not leave your dog inside a locked car as the
  temperature inside can go up by 40F.
• A locked vehicle works like oven so keeping
  windows partially or fully does not help.
• Provide enough water to your pup to keep them
  hyydrated.

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