The dogs They are the ones who suffer the most in the heat wave. It is that the body temperature of the pets increases due to its fur, while the pads also contribute to it by being exposed to the heat of the floor. Consequently, dogs are one of the animals most likely to suffer from a heatstroke.
Luckily, there is the 5-second rule, something recommended by veterinary professionals to guarantee the well-being of animals. pets. In this way, it will be possible to avoid damage to health due to the high temperatures that we are going through.
According to experts, detecting the symptoms of a heatstroke in the dogs It can be decisive to save their lives. For this we must be alert to some signs that we can see in companion animals, such as:
- Excessive panting and shortness of breath.
- Excessive salivation.
- Redness of gums and tongue.
- Weakness and lack of coordination.
- Vomiting and diarrhea.
- Increased body temperature
- Disorientation and confusion.
- Seizures.
And in case they dogs are suffering from heatstroke, it will be vital to treat it as soon as possible. For this, it is suggested to wet the dog with water at room temperature and not completely, in addition to giving it water to drink and placing it in a cool space away from the sun.
How to avoid heat stroke in our dogs?
Fortunately, there is the five-second rule to prevent the pets suffer from a heatstroke. The method consists of touching for five seconds the sidewalk or the ground through which we will walk our dogs and if in case you feel that it is very hot, it is preferable to avoid the ride so that you do not have problems with burns on the pads.