How to avoid a dog from getting heat stroke?
Zoe Schiller
2025-09-19 07:34:42
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Limit activity to the cooler times of the day.
Provide access to shady areas.
Avoid strenuous exercise.
Keep indoors when there are extreme temperatures.
Offer frequent water breaks.
Use caution on hot asphalt and pavement.
Never leave your dog in a car unattended.
You can also wet them with cool water and place them in front of a fan.
Be sure that double-coated breeds are wet down to the skin.
Karson Hamill
2025-09-19 05:53:34
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Exercise your dog when it’s cooler – either morning or evening are ideal.
Take water and a bowl with you if you’re travelling in the car or walking somewhere without water bowls.
Avoid hot pavements and sand.
Never leave your dog in a car when the sun is out.
Keep your dog a healthy weight.
If they have a thick coat, consider having them clipped during warmer months.
Watch how enthusiastically they’re running around, if it’s vigorous and a hot day, keep it short.
Find shade when you can or limit the amount of time you’re out.
Encourage them to swim if you’re near water and they like it.
If you have a brachycephalic dog, a harness is often a better option than a lead as it doesn’t restrict their panting.
Lance Reinger
2025-09-19 05:48:06
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To avoid a dog from getting heat stroke, you should make sure your pet always has access to a cool shaded area, both indoors and outside. Restrict exercise on warm days, dogs should be walked early in the morning or later in the evening to avoid the hottest part of the day. Pack a water bottle on walks. Remember, hot pavements can burn paws, if it’s too hot for you to hold your hand on, it’s too hot for your pet to walk on. Never leave pets in a car or a hot room. Ensure your pet always has drinking water available, adding ice can help keep it cool. Ensure your pet is regularly groomed if this is advised for their breed. Avoidance is always best.
Myrna Rogahn
2025-09-19 05:22:46
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Avoiding enclosed and poorly ventilated areas such as cars and conservatories is sensible to prevent your dog from succumbing to heatstroke.
Avoiding strenuous exercise during hot weather by waiting until the cooler part of the day for their walks is also recommended.
Making sure they have access to plenty of cold water and provide shade in gardens and outdoor areas can help prevent heat stroke.
Take your dog to cool area and apply cold, wet towels or sheets directly to their skin if you suspect heat stroke in your dog.
Never submerge your dog fully in cold water if you are administering first aid procedures for heat stroke.
Allow your dog to drink water, if they are gulping it, offer small amounts frequently when providing first aid for heat stroke.