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Signs of heatstroke in dogs
JOBURG - Summer is here and temperatures are rising to levels that could be unbearable for your pets. AnimalTalk, a magazine about responsible pet ownership, has offered signs for heat stroke in dogs.
Editor Noleen Fourie said, “Heat stroke can be deadly. If you think your dog has heatstroke, get the dog to a vet immediately.”
Signs of heat stroke in dogs include:
- Excessive or exaggerated panting
- Weakness
- Lethargy
- Drooling
- High fever
- Dark red gums
- Your pet collapses
- Rapid heartbeat
- Staring or an anxious expression
- Unresponsiveness to commands and surroundings
- Warm or dry skin.
Details: www.animalchannel.co.za
