Experts Give Tips To Prevent Heat Stroke In Pets
August 8th, 2008 Posted in Reptile PetsAnimal experts are reminding pet owners to keep outside time for pets to a minimum during warm days, look for shade and keep pets hydrated.
Experts said owners should keep a close eye on things that could be signs of a bigger problem.
Pet owners who WISC-TV spoke with said they are already doing things like closely watching pets and being mindful of hot temperatures outside.
Experts said one of the most important reminders is to never leave an animal inside a car when it is hot outside.
Those worried about heat stroke in their pets should look out for signs like rapid panting, a bright red tongue, red or pale gums, thick and sticky saliva, weakness and dizziness. Experts said that using a hose to spray down your animal can actually make things worse because their bodies don’t know how to respond to the extra moisture. The best thing pet owners can do is to keep pets hydrated and move them indoors if at all possible.
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