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Pets, like people, can suffer heat stroke due to high temperatures in summer. We must be attentive to the symptoms and follow a series of recommendations to prevent heat stroke in dogs and cats . Heat stroke occurs when the body temperature rises suddenly and our body – in this case that of our pet – is not able to compensate for it. This causes the organs to begin to fail, which can cause death in the most serious cases. We must pay special attention to elderly pets, puppies and those with more delicate health (cardiovascular or respiratory problems, overweight, etc.), as well as certain breeds. In the case of dogs, flat dogs are especially sensitive to heat: English bulldog, boxer, pug or pug, Boston terrier, etc. Heat stroke in dogs Dogs do not have sweat glands spread throughout their body, so they are more limited when it comes to regulating their body temperature. They do this through panting and the sweat they emit from the pads of their paws. This means that we must be more attentive to heat stroke in dogs. In case of heat stroke, early attention is essential, so be alert for these symptoms in your dog: Excess salivation, gasping and moaning, and/or very red gums. Confusion, lightheadedness, and anxiety Check if your dog's skin is hot to the touch Presence of seizures Increased heart rate Vomiting or diarrhea Heat stroke in cats Cats have a body temperature that ranges between 38 and 39.5º. When it goes above this temperature, the cat tries to regulate the temperature through saliva, panting and sweat in the genital area and through its pads. As with dogs, obese, elderly cats or cats with associated health problems are the most vulnerable.
Lack of water is one of the triggers of heat stroke. In the case of cats it is important to make sure it is clean. Dirty water can cause them not to want to drink it. In summer we must pay special attention to not leave our cat in closed spaces, especially when traveling if we carry them in carriers or inside the car. These are the main symptoms of heat stroke in cats: bluish tongue Weakness muscle tremors Increased heart rate Wobbles Abundant saliva How to act and how to prevent heat stroke in our pet If we observe any of the symptoms mentioned in our dog or cat, we have to lower their CZ Leads body temperature. We give you some tips to achieve this: Refresh it with water that is not too cold You can offer him ice cubes to suck on. Make sure your pet stays hydrated, offer him water continuously Let him rest in a cool place, you can put a fan Place damp cloths on it, preferably small cloths because otherwise we will make it difficult for them to breathe. If we see that the temperature does not go down or that our pet does not recover from these symptoms, it is important that we take him to the veterinarian so that he can receive care as soon as possible. Since prevention is better, we give you some recommendations to avoid heat stroke in dogs and cats: Make sure your pet always has fresh water within reach. Never leave your pet alone in a closed space, be careful with cars. If you travel by car with your pet, try to stop often so your pet can cool off. You can expand this information in this article on Tips for traveling with your pet safely or on the DGT website . Avoid going out during hot hours and physical exercise in the sun. Home alone!! Tips if you leave your cat at home on vacation June 28, 2019 Published in Blog Cat at home on vacation Cats are known for their independence. But this does not mean that we can leave them alone and unattended if we go on vacation.
Find someone in charge to check on you and see if you need anything to drink or eat in our absence. Summer is coming and with it the holidays. Who more and who less, we all look for a few days to get out of our environment and disconnect to rest and regain energy. If you have a cat at home, you will have to plan what to do with it on vacation. Some people, especially those who travel by car, choose to take their cat on their trips. If this is your case, make sure you have everything you need in your suitcase ( including an antiparasitic collar and pipettes ). Others prefer not to take their pet out of their environment and have a family member or friend to keep an eye on their cat at home. Choosing one or another option will depend on the cat's personality and age (adult and elderly cats handle absences better). If it is the first time that we leave him alone, it is better to start doing small outings so that he gets used to it. In the case of adult cats, it may be enough for them to receive a visit from our “supervisor” every 2 days. On the contrary, elderly cats may require two visits a day or look for other options, such as a daycare, where they are constantly monitored, especially if their health is delicate. You can find more information about caring for older cats in this article . What you need to know if you leave your cat at home If you choose to leave your cat at home, we give you some recommendations to ensure the well-being of your pet in your absence: Make sure that the person responsible in your absence stops by at least once a day to see if they are missing water or food and are okay. A time of games or company is advisable so that he does not feel alone. Check that everything is closed, check doors and windows. Leave medications and other toxic products such as cleaning products in inaccessible places. It is not recommended to change the cat's water or food bowl. It is better to put several around the house similar to the one you have right now. You may not accept it or simply find it more difficult to use it.