Are parents most worried about heatstroke in dogs in summer, because the temperature is high and the dog is full of fur, the dog will suffer from heatstroke if you are not careful, so parents should also To do heatstroke prevention work for dogs, we must first understand the main causes of heatstroke in dogs, and then we must know what the symptoms of heatstroke in dogs look like and how to deal with them after heatstroke. Let the dog spend the summer safely and we will not panic.

Under what circumstances does a dog suffer from heat stroke?

First, the ambient temperature is too high and overheated . In summer, poor ventilation at home, thick dog hair, and closed and stuffy carriages are all common causes of heat stroke. Second, hot weather and strong direct sunlight. Dogs exposed to high temperatures for a long time or exposed to direct sunlight for a long time can cause heat stroke. Finally, during high-intensity activities or training in summer, the dog may suffer from heat stroke due to lack of water and the inability to spread the accumulated heat in the body. In addition, prolonged indwelling of tracheal intubation during anesthesia, cardiovascular and urogenital diseases, and obese body can also hinder heat dissipation and cause heatstroke.

How to tell if a dog is suffering from heat stroke

The body temperature rose sharply to 41 degrees Celsius, and the breathing was accelerated, causing difficulty in breathing, and the heartbeat continued to increase. Nausea and vomiting may occur. The mucous membrane is bright red at first, and gradually becomes cyanotic, which leads to the continuous dilation of the pupil. If the condition is effectively improved, it will shrink. When a dog's kidneys fail, there is usually little or no urine. If the treatment is not timely, it will soon collapse, showing cramps, convulsions or lethargy.

What to do if the dog suffers from heat stroke

What if the dog unfortunately suffers from heat stroke? First, the dog with heat stroke should be placed in a cool, ventilated place Keep the place quiet, use cold water to pour the head or enema, and feed the right amount of Huoxiangzhengqi liquid. If the dog's symptoms are not significantly relieved, please send it to the pet hospital in time for treatment by a veterinarian.