Showing content tagged with: heatstroke

German Shorthaired Pointer sitting in a field of wheat.
Expert Advice: Health How to Keep Your Dog Cool in Extreme Heat Without Air Conditioning
The summer heat can be stifling for both dogs and humans. And when we lose power, it is not only stressful on our own bodies but on our dogs' as well. There are a few steps you can take to keep your dog (and you!) safe and cool in extreme heat. Most Dogs Aren't Built […]
/expert-advice/health/keep-dog-cool-summer-heat/ | July 26, 2022
Flat-Coated Retriever laying down outdoors.
Expert Advice: Health Dogs Overheating: Signs, Symptoms, & Prevention
It's easy (and dangerous) for dogs to become overheated. Here's how to recognize signs of overheated dogs, how to prevent overheating, and what to do if you think you have an overheated dog.
/expert-advice/health/dogs-overheating-signs-symptoms-prevention/ | July 26, 2022
Mastiff puppy drink water from metal bowl on green summer grass.
Expert Advice: Health Is the Weather Too Hot For Your Dog? Watch For These Signs
It was a warm spring day, and a neighbor and I were watching some dogs charging around playfully in a fenced, dog-park area, seemingly oblivious to the heat. My neighbor commented, “You know, if we were running around like that we would be drenched in sweat. Dogs must be marvelously adapted to handle the heat.” […]
/expert-advice/health/weather-too-hot-to-handle-signs/ | July 22, 2022
Expert Advice: Health How Hot Is Too Hot for a Dog’s Paws?
Scorching pavement is damaging to dog paws, and especially puppies. So how hot is too hot for a dog's sensitive paw pads?
/expert-advice/health/dog-paws-hot-pavement/ | August 4, 2021
Tibetan Spaniel laying in the grass.
Expert Advice: Can my dog... Can Dogs Have Ice Cubes?
Are ice cubes dangerous to dogs? Can dogs have ice cubes? Here's what you need to know before giving your pup this frozen treat.
/expert-advice/advice/ice-cubes-for-dogs/ | June 23, 2021
American Eskimo Dog standing in the grass in bright sunlight.
Expert Advice: Common Conditions Heatstroke in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatments
Dogs are notoriously bad at dissipating body heat. Watch for early signs of heatstroke, also known as hyperthermia, in your dog to avoid serious outcomes.
/expert-advice/health/heatstroke-in-dogs/ | May 6, 2021
Golden Retriever in the backseat with a man driving.
Expert Advice: Health Can I Leave My Dog in the Car If I Crack a Window?
Most dog owners know that you can’t leave a pet in a hot car. Temperatures can rise to dangerous levels in just minutes, putting your dog at risk of heatstroke. But what if you open a window a little bit? Does that make it safe to leave your dog in the car? The answer is […]
/expert-advice/health/dogs-in-hot-cars/ | April 23, 2019

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