Protecting from, recognizing and treating dog’s heat stroke. Just a few simple actions on your part can help protect your dog from heat exhaustion and heat stroke. First, never leave your dog in the car without the air conditioner running. The interior temperature of a car (with windows open or closed) can soar to fatal temperatures even after a few minutes in the sun. See dog clothes - UV.Second, provide your dog a shaded, well-ventilated resting area that will remain shaded at all times, regardless of the sun’s position. During the most excruciating heat of the day, the ideal place for your dog is an air conditioned structure. Third, unhindered access to cool, clean water is essential. You’ll want to place the water in a shaded area so that it does not heat up as a result of direct sunlight. Change the water often, as stagnant water can harbor bacteria and insects that are harmful to a dog’s digestive system. If there is a pool handy, your dog can cool himself off throughout the day by jumping in. Fourth, avoid any situation where the dog can stand on sun-baked surfaces such as sidewalks, beach sand, and truck beds.When a dog’s body temperature gets too high, watch for these signs of potential heat stroke: an inordinate amount of panting, labored breathing, bright red gums or eye membranes, pronounced fatigue, collapse, unconsciousness and seizures. Immediately get your dog into the shade and/or cool water.
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