Have you noticed decreased
activity level?
Is he constantly panting?
Does he have dark
red gums?
Is there little to no urine?
your pet to a cool area, use a towel or hose to
wet their fur and sit them in front of a fan. In
extreme cases - if your pup is very weak or has
dark gums - seek immediate help from a vet.
DO
Mist your pet with a spray
bottle.
Have water nearby and
replenish it often.
Ensure your pet has access
to shade or can come inside.
Does she seem significantly weaker
than normal?
Has she lost consciousness?
Is she vomiting or
having diarrhea?
Is she breathing really fast?
Preventing overheating
DON
'
T
Leave your pet in your car. On a
hot day it only takes 20 minutes
for a car's interior to rise to
a dangerous life threatening
temperature.
Go for walks in midday heat.
Use ice or extremely cold water
to cool pets. (It can constrict
the veins and slow the cooling
process).
Heatstroke
