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Keeping your dog healthy in the heat

Trix is a current adoptable resident of C.A.R.E. She is four years old, and is all about the outdoors! Active dogs like Trix benefit from extra precautions when spending time in the sweltering summer sun.
Courtesy image, via Colorado Animal Rescue
Trix is a current adoptable resident of C.A.R.E. She is four years old, and is all about the outdoors! Active dogs like Trix benefit from extra precautions when spending time in the sweltering summer sun.

The dangers of hot weather are as real to our dogs as they are to us. Remember to never leave animals unattended in a closed and parked car. Temperatures inside can climb rapidly resulting in heat stroke and even death. It’s also important to remember that the street can reach much higher temperatures than the surrounding air, potentially burning paws. Preventing heat related injuries also involves brushing out that thick winter coat, providing extra water, and monitoring weather conditions and temperature. Signs of heatstroke in dogs include lethargy, uncontrollable drooling, labored breathing, and vomiting. If you believe your dog is suffering from heat stroke, move them to a shaded area, provide water, and contact your veterinarian. It’s also recommended to keep your pet on flea and tick prevention medication year round. Any immediate concerns should always be addressed with a vet. More hot weather tips can be found at aspca.com.

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Lily Jones