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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.
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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