{"id":69,"date":"2012-06-13T17:11:05","date_gmt":"2012-06-13T17:11:05","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.ovrs.com\/blog\/?p=69"},"modified":"2018-07-26T16:40:57","modified_gmt":"2018-07-26T20:40:57","slug":"its-getting-hot-hot-hot","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ovrs.com\/blog\/its-getting-hot-hot-hot\/","title":{"rendered":"It&#8217;s Getting Hot, Hot, Hot!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovrs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/07\/overheatingdog.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-70\" title=\"overheating dog\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ovrs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/07\/overheatingdog.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"221\" height=\"213\" \/><\/a>For many of us, the heat of the summer means pool parties, barbeques, and sun tans.\u00a0 For many pets, though, the heat can quickly lead to heat exhaustion.\u00a0 Dogs and cats have an extra layer of insulation cannot always exchange heat as efficiently as we do.\u00a0 In particular, \u201csmush-face\u201d breeds such as Pugs, Bulldogs, and Persians have a very difficult time.\u00a0 This doesn\u2019t mean that your pet can\u2019t enjoy the sunshine, it just means that you need to take some extra precautions when the mercury rises.<\/p>\n<p>Keep a close eye on your pet.\u00a0 If you begin to notice very heavy panting or deep, fast breathing (hyperventilation), it is probably time to get into the air-conditioning.\u00a0 Other warning signs can include increased salivation, lethargy or disorientation, and vomiting or diarrhea.\u00a0 Unchecked these signs can quickly develop into seizures or coma.\u00a0 Pets should be observed regularly if left outside unattended.\u00a0 Never leave them in a car unattended.<\/p>\n<p>Make sure your pet has what it needs.\u00a0 Fresh, cool water should be available at all times.\u00a0 If you are hiking or walking be sure to bring an extra bottle for Fido.\u00a0 Your pet should have access to shade and the ability to get out of the heat if desired.\u00a0 Consider getting a small wading pool for your pet to lounge in.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t chance it.\u00a0 If your pet is exhibiting signs of heat exhaustion, seek veterinary care immediately.<\/p>\n<p>If you have any questions\u00a0<a title=\"Contact Us\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ovrs.com\/contact-us\/\">contact us<\/a>\u00a0or reach out to your primary veterinarian.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For many of us, the heat of the summer means pool parties, barbeques, and sun tans.\u00a0 For many pets, though, the heat can quickly lead to heat exhaustion.\u00a0 Dogs and cats have an extra layer of insulation cannot always exchange heat as efficiently as we do.\u00a0 In particular, \u201csmush-face\u201d breeds such as Pugs, Bulldogs, and [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[17],"tags":[295,298,311,315,335,336,394,413,647,739],"class_list":["post-69","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-pet-safety","tag-heatstroke-in-dogs","tag-heatwave","tag-hot-weather-dangers","tag-hyperthermia-in-dogs","tag-keeping-pets-cool-in-the-heat","tag-keeping-your-pet-cool","tag-oakland-veterinary-referral-service","tag-ovrs","tag-referral-vets","tag-veterinary-care-in-mi"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.7 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>It&#039;s Getting Hot, Hot, Hot! 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