This summer has brought extreme temperatures to many U.S. states. Human hikers know that it’s important to carry enough water, wear loose-fitting clothes and wear a wide-brimmed hat when venturing out in temperatures that have been getting up to 100 degrees.
But what about their canine companions? They don’t have the same options to shield them against the heat; all they can do is to follow wherever they are led. Sometimes this can have deadly consequences.
The symptoms of an overheated dog include: Skin that is hot to the touch, heavy panting, excessive thirst, inability to move, salivation. In the worst cases, this can progress to vomiting, diarrhea, loss of coordination and unconsciousness.
Prevent these early signs of overheating from even happening by taking these steps…
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