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Summer is here again and keeping your pets cool and hydrated to avoid heat stroke is very essential. Here are some ways you can help protect your pet from heat this summer!
Provide Shade: Ensure that your pet has access to a shaded area when outside. Better still, bring them indoors during the hottest parts of the day to avoid a heat stroke. Walk them during the cooler parts of the day, like early morning or late evening.
Provide Cool Surfaces: Provide a cool spot where your pet can lie on, such as a tiled floor or a cooling mat. You may also keep them cool by using air conditioning or fans.
Properly Groom Them: Ensure that groom your pets, especially cats and dogs, regularly to prevent overheating, but avoid shaving them off completely as their fur can protect against sunburn.
Water Play: To keep your pets cool and hydrated, you must ensure that they have access to enough water. Both drinking water and water for play is essential for pets during the summer. You can provide them with a shallow pool where they can splash around or a sprinkler. Another tip for keeping your pets cool during the summer, is to include ice cubes in their bowl.
Hydrating Treats: You may include water-rich fruits and vegetable like watermelon or cucumber. However, consult your veterinary doctor to ensure that they are pet-safe.
In conclusion, as a pet owner, you must be aware of signs of overheating such as excessive panting, drooling, vomiting, wet paws, lethargy, Seizure, purple tongue or uncoordinated movements. If your pet shows any of these signs, move them to cooler spot, offer them water and consult your vet immediately.
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