Let's not forget about the danger of heat stroke, what signs to look for and how to prevent it.
Tips for Preventing Heat Stroke:
- Make sure your pet has access to water at all times.
- DO NOT leave your pet in a parked car even if it's only for a short time.
- Keep your pet inside or in the shade if it has a predisposed condition such as breathing problems or heart disease.
- Swimming or wetting your dog down with a hose is a great way to maintain a normal body temperature.
- Restrict exercise on hot days.
Great reminder! I also suggest playing in the hose, sprinkler or kiddie pool! ;) Have a safe holiday!
ReplyDeleteGood information! Me and Stanley just like to swim when we get hot.
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Murphy & Stanley
Excellent post! It's a shame that so many still need a reminder for what should be common sense. Have a great 4th of July weekend.
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Those are great tips!
ReplyDeleteGood reminders! Our girl Wendy who passed in December had what I know now was the start of heat stroke many years ago. We were out for a walk, and I can't help but think about how lucky we were that a passerby stopped and helped me by doing all the right things for her when I had no idea what to do -- I learned a lesson that day, and am thankful that our girl Wendy didn't pay the price for what I didn't know then.
ReplyDeleteWe have been talking about getting the boys a kiddie pool. I don't know if they will love it as much as I hope, but I see all the other blog dogs enjoying theirs. It is so hot in Louisiana that heat stroke is a real risk. Thanks for the information!
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