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Q: Do you hold classes in the hot weather?

A: Yes. We provide fresh, cool water for the dogs and stick to the shade. During 100°+ days, we work on low-energy exercises and tricks.

Please read below about recognizing signs of heat stroke in your dog and how to administer first aid.

INFORMATION ABOUT HEAT STROKE

If you even suspect that your dog is showing signs of heat stroke, don't wait and get your dog to the vet immediately!

Quick Heat Stroke Facts

Temperatures inside a car can rise at a rate of 34° per minute! It can take only three minutes for a dog to develop heat stroke in a hot car, including camper shells in pick-up trucks.

Being confined on a concrete run or on asphalt or sand in an area without access to shade or water in hot weather can cause heat stroke.

Overdoing exercise during the hottest time of day can also cause heat-related problems

The damage caused by heat stroke is irreversible, if not fatal.

Some Signs of Heat Stroke

Rapid breathing
Dry mouth and nose
Rapid heart rate
Bright red tongue and gums
Thick, sticky saliva
Vomiting (sometimes with blood)
Dizziness

First Aid

Apply cool (not cold), wet towels to your dog’s body
Apply cool (not cold) water to belly, inside of legs, tips of ears and pads of feet
Seek immediate veterinary attention
Brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breeds such as Boxers, Pekingese, Pugs and dogs with heavy coats are at greater risk for heat stroke than some other breeds.
Other dogs at risk include:
- Puppies 6 months of age and under
- Large dogs over 7 years of age
- Small dogs over 14 years
- Overweight dogs
- Ill dogs or those on medication
- Dogs with cardiovascular disease and/or poor circulation

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Heat Stroke

Heat Stroke in Dogs

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