The hot season has arrived! And our pets feel it too. That is why here we will share some recommendations to take care of our lomitos and michis this season and prevent them from heat stroke top family-friendly animals.
How do I know if my pets suffered heat stroke?
Our pets cannot complain or show that they feel hot like us, but you will realize that they have suffered heat stroke because they will present some symptoms such as:
- confusion
- anxiety
- feels very hot to the touch
- he throws himself on the floor
- refuses to get up
- They may even have stronger symptoms such as:
- staggers
- trips or falls
- even vomiting and convulsions. (If any of the latter occur, the ideal is to take them to the vet immediately)
What things should I not do to cool my pet?
Remember that the reaction of our little animals is different from that of human beings, therefore, you should not implement measures that you would use to cool down, such as:
- Bathe them with very cold water , give them ice or ice water directly
- Be careful with the haircut, especially in dogs, since they tend to get used to cutting their fur a lot, however, the hair protects them from injuries or burns to the skin, and it also helps them combat the heat in their body; The ideal is to brush them frequently.
- Something very important is to avoid leaving them locked in the car , this will cause heat stroke more easily and in the worst case, death.
- Avoid clothing such as sweaters, t-shirts, decorations , many times this makes them very uncomfortable this season.
- Do not exercise excessively , allow him to do these activities to the extent he wants
Then what should I do?
The 5 recommendations to avoid reaching this situation are:
- At home, keep them in a cool, shady place.
- remember to keep your container filled with fresh, clean water at all times
- Avoid taking them for a walk during the hours when the heat is most intense.
- Try to walk them preferably at night since this way the pavement will not burn their paws.
- When you see him a little hot, you can wipe his paws with a cool, damp cloth, this will cool them down, you can also wipe his head and abdomen with it.
Our beloved furry companions depend on us to stay safe and healthy, especially during the hottest months of the year. Follow these recommendations, we can guarantee that you will enjoy the heat happily and without worries.