Dogs have no sweat glands and can only dissipate heat through breathing. Therefore, in hot summer, especially at noon, dogs should not be allowed to do strenuous exercise or direct sunlight. Attention should be paid to preventing heatstroke and cooling down, preventing the occurrence of heatstroke, and ensuring that dogs can drink water freely.
In summer, the air is humid and the climate is hot. People who have pet dogs at home should pay attention to preventing heatstroke, moisture and food poisoning.
1. When and where to walk. Avoid the scorching sun and only go out for walks during cool times like early morning or dusk.
2. What should I do if my dog is suffering from heatstroke? If it is found that it has difficulty breathing, body temperature rises, and heart rate increases, quickly clean the saliva in its mouth to facilitate breathing, and use a wet towel Apply cold compresses to the head and back and keep humidifying, move the dog to a cool and ventilated place, and immediately send it to the hospital for rescue. It should be reminded that you must never put your dog in ice water to cool down after heatstroke, as this will only be counterproductive.
3. The air conditioner should not be used for many times. When the home is too hot, you need to turn on the air conditioner or fan, but the air conditioner should not be blowing for too long, and smooth natural wind is ideal.
4. Fatal sun exposure and sweltering heat for dogs. Don't leave the dog alone in the car, let alone on the balcony that is exposed to the sun! Don't take your dog with you for everything, such as shopping, most shopping malls do not allow pets to enter, and some owners have to keep their dogs Stay in the car, not thinking that the stuffy car will kill the dog.
5. Cold drinks should not be too much. Make sure your dog has access to clean, cold water at all times. The body temperature in a dog's stomach is higher than that of a human. Eating too many cold drinks at once will stimulate the stomach. It is okay to lick a few popsicles for the dog occasionally, but not too much.
6. Pay attention to the method of shearing. Although the dog does not sweat, the hair is too thick, which will affect the heat dissipation when it comes into contact with cold objects, but the existence of the hair can also reduce the skin-related diseases caused by the sun, so it is enough to cut the hair once a year. Cut against the skin.
7. Be careful of moisture. In order to prevent moisture, it is necessary to change the bedding frequently, such as frequent drying mats, and it must be thoroughly dried before use. After the dog is wet by the rain during a walk, it should be cleaned and dried with a towel in time.
8. Beware of skin related diseases. Check your dog's ears and coat frequently and keep it out of dirty, damp places for a long time to prevent skin-related diseases such as eczema.