Summer is here, and its not a favorite time of the year for your dog. Which is why I would like to help your dog beat the heat.
With the rising temperatures across the globe, summer spells trouble for the dog. You might lie down under the air conditioner for a while to beat the heat, but your pet cannot do the same. Hot weather can be dangerous for dogs.
It can cause a heat stroke and burns. With a high temperature, the risks also increase. It is your job to take care of the pets and ensure that they are safe from the scorching summer. Pets can end up in serious illness due to heat. If you are surviving the summer, you need to ensure your pets do so as well.
Tips to help your pet keep cool
You can use these simple but useful tips to ensure that your pet remained safe and protected from a heat stroke in the summer.
- Ensure that there is enough water near your pet at all times. Humans tend to consume a lot of water during summer, and your pet needs water too. Make sure you provide fresh water to your pet and keep it in a bowl near the pet. Refill the container from time to time.
- You can also lay out different water bowls at different places so that the pet has access to water indoors and outdoors.
- If you have an older dog, he will be even more susceptible to heat. You need to pay particular attention to them. Look for signs and see if they have any trouble in breathing.
- If your dog habituated with spending a lot of time outdoors, you need to ensure that it does not cause a heat stroke. It also increases the risk of cancer. Alternatively, you can provide shade for your dog in the garden or the yard.
- You can use the kid’s paddling pool to keep your pet cool. Fill in water and place it under shade, the dog will have a good time in the pool.
- To keep the pet hydrated and to ensure that their body temperature is low, you can add a couple of ice cubes into their water bowls.
- You can take your pet with you inside the air-conditioned area, or you can place a fan near them.
- Take your pet for a walk or an exercise late in the evening or early in the morning. Keep your pet indoors during noon.
- If your pet used to have treats, you can freeze them and give it to them. It will help them cool down.
- Dogs with long hair have a very tough time during summer. They can benefit from a trim.
Danger signs
These are the danger signs you need to be aware.
- Keep an eye on the behavior of the dog. If you notice any change, speak to your vet.
- Your dog could be in distress due to the heat, and this could lead to drooling, heavy panting, fatigue and vomiting.
- If you see any of these conditions, you need to check the temperature of the dog every 10 minutes and give them treatment. You should ideally move the dog to a cold environment and spray cold water on the dog.
- Even if you think that your pet is feeling fine after the treatment, you should ideally take him to the vet. It could cause trouble in the future if you overlook the condition right now. Internal severe problems could put your pet and you into deep trouble.
- There are high chances of flea infestation on the pets during summer. It can cause itching, burning and red spots on the coat of the dog. Look for signs of the outbreak and provide immediate treatment for the same. Pet Lock has some high-quality products that are suitable for use on the pet. You can speak to a vet regarding the best flea treatment products. Understand the application of the same and keep your pet safe.
Summer is a great time for you to bond with your pet. If you take precautions, you can enjoy the summer and ensure that your pet enjoys as well. Spend quality time with the pet during the evening and ensure that you and your pet remain hydrated at all times. Look for signs and never ignore a problem if you sight one. You can also speak to the vet regarding different ways you can use to keep your pet safe from a heat stroke.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
