Symptoms of heatstroke in dogs
1. The body temperature rises and exceeds 40 degrees. Usually the dog’s body temperature is maintained at about 38-39 degrees. Once it exceeds 42 degrees , there will be a risk of death.
2. In the event of panting and excessive heartbeat, the blood vessels around the dog's body will be extremely expanded, causing the blood pressure to drop rapidly, so the blood flow through the lungs will be seriously insufficient.
3. Reluctant to move, not even willing to take a walk, drooling, tired, lack of energy, and looking tired.
4. Decreased appetite. Due to heatstroke, the dog's internal organs will also be damaged, thus affecting appetite. If the situation is serious, it may even cause frequent vomiting, diarrhea, bloody stools, etc.
How dogs can avoid the heat in summer
1. Don’t go out to walk your dog in hot weather. In summer, the temperature of the road surface is higher than that of the air. The heat dissipation function of the soles of the dog's feet is weakened, making it easy for dogs to suffer from heat stroke.
2. Fill the used Coke bottle with water, cap it and put it in the refrigerator. When the water is completely frozen, take it out and put it into the doghouse.
3. Turn on the fan or air conditioner appropriately to maintain indoor ventilation.
4. Make sure the dog has enough drinking water and change it regularly to ensure the water is fresh and clean.
5. When taking your dog out, never lock the dog in the car or trunk, as this may cause the dog to die of heatstroke.
6. Don’t let them engage in strenuous exercise.
