1. Will dogs suffer from heat stroke at home in summer?
In summer, dogs will also suffer from heat stroke if they do not go out at home, because the dog’s sweat glands are not developed, and most of the heat can only be excreted from the mouth through the tongue and breathing, and a small part of the heat is passed through the meat. The sweat glands of the pad drain away. If the temperature in the home is too high and the owner doesn’t notice the dog’s state, the dog will suffer from heat stroke, so keeping the dog cool is crucial.
At the same time, the owner can judge whether the dog is unwell by the behavior of panting, limb weakness, slow movement, weakness, dizziness, and loss of consciousness. If the owner sees these symptoms, he needs to contact the veterinarian in time to determine whether the dog is suffering from heat stroke, and then take corresponding treatment measures.
Second, what are the treatments for heat stroke in dogs?
When the owner finds that the dog is very hot and has symptoms of heat stroke, he should immediately take him to a cool or air-conditioned room, or place the dog next to the fan, and then use ice Wet the dog’s body with water, and then dry the dog’s hair with a wet towel; or wipe the dog’s ears, neck, stomach, and pads
on the soles of the feet with alcohol to help the dog cool down quickly.
The owner can also directly wrap an ice pack with a towel and put it on the dog. The ice pack can cool the blood and help the dog’s internal organs to cool down. Owners should also guide the dog to drink water to keep him hydrated and avoid dehydration in the dog. If the dog is already in a semi-conscious state, it is not recommended to treat at home or continue to observe, and should be sent to the hospital for medical treatment in time to prevent the dog from neurological damage or death due to lack of timely treatment. Note that the dog’s head should be lowered and the neck should be straightened to maintain unobstructed breathing and avoid vomiting.
