Symptoms of heat stroke in dogs

1. The dog keeps panting and sometimes makes harsh noises.
2. The dog’s heartbeat speeds up, the soles of its feet are wet, and it sweats a lot.
3. The dog’s body temperature rises, and the rectal temperature reaches above 40°C.
4. The dog’s tongue and gums are bright red or black, and are particularly dry.
5. The dog’s saliva becomes sticky and symptoms of vomiting and diarrhea may occur.
6. In severe cases, dogs may show symptoms of shock.

First aid measures for dog heat stroke

1. Place the dog in a cool and ventilated place, and do not allow the dog to continue to be exposed to the sun.
2. Splash the dog’s hair with cold water to help the dog lower its body temperature.
3. Wipe the dog’s feet and head with a wet towel, and apply ice packs to the dog’s groin and other areas.
4. When the dog’s body temperature drops to the normal value, stop cooling immediately to avoid hypothermia in the dog and cause an emergency.
5. Send the dog to the hospital for medical treatment as soon as possible.

Preventive Measures for Dog Heatstroke

1. Do not let your dog be exposed to the sun outside in hot summer. Keep your dog in a cool and ventilated place. Remember not to leave your dog alone in a closed car.
2. Provide the dog with sufficient drinking water and let the dog drink more water.
3. Owners should avoid taking their dogs to exercise in hot environments. Early morning and evening are good times to walk the dog.
4. In hot weather, parents can change their dogs to wet food or canned food, which can help their dogs absorb excess water.