Heat Kills Dogs

Heat stroke may kill or seriously injure your dog, but it can be easily be avoided.

On a hot day, the temperature inside a vehicle can quickly increase to double that on the outside. This can happen within 6 to 10 minutes.{{more}}

To add to their problem, remember that dogs sweat only on their paw pads and panting is the primary method of cooling down.

Because of issues with respiration, some short nosed breeds are more susceptible to heat.

Dogs tied in open yards in direct contact with sunlight can also die from heat stroke. Try not to exercise your dog when it is too hot. Avoid the midday sun. Limit your walks or play sessions to early mornings and in the evenings when it is cooler. Sunburns exists in dogs, too. Especially if the coat is black and left the sun after swimming in the sea.

For further information, contact:

Dr. Collin Boyle

Unique Animal Care Co. Ltd.

Tele: 456 4981

Website: www.uniqueanimalcare.com