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The summer months can be uncomfortable—even dangerous—for
pets and people. It's difficult enough simply to cope with rising temperatures,
let alone thick humidity, but things really get tough in areas that are hit
with the double blow of intense heat and storm-caused power outages, sometimes
with tragic results.
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We can help you keep your pets safe and cool this summer.
Follow our tips for helping everyone in your family stay healthy while hot.
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Practice basic summer safety
NEVER LEAVE YOUR PETS IN A PARKED CAR
Not even for a minute! Not even with the car running and air
conditioner on. On a warm day, temperatures inside a vehicle can rise rapidly
to dangerous levels. On an 85-degree day, for example, the temperature inside a
car with the windows opened slightly can reach 102 degrees within 10 minutes.
After 30 minutes, the temperature will reach 120 degrees. Your pet may suffer
irreversible organ damage or die. Learn how to help a pet left inside a hot car
by taking action or calling for help. Local law enforcement can follow this
handy guide [PDF] on how to proceed.
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Watch the humidity
"High humidity amplifies the negative impact of high
temperature on your pet—and in combination, these factors magnify the danger
zone," says Dr. Barbara Hodges, DVM, MBA, of the Humane Society Veterinary
Medical Association. "When animals pant, moisture from their lungs
evaporates and helps reduce their body heat. But high humidity conditions
hamper that process and their ability to cool themselves, and their body
temperature can skyrocket—rapidly—to dangerous, or even lethal, levels."
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Taking a dog's temperature will quickly tell you if there is
a serious problem. Dogs' temperatures should not reach over 104 degrees. If
your dog's temperature does, follow the instructions below for treating heat
stroke.
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Limit exercise on hot days
Take care when exercising your pet. Adjust intensity and
duration of exercise in accordance with the temperature. On very hot days,
limit exercise to early morning or evening hours, and be especially careful
with pets with white-colored ears, who are more susceptible to skin cancer, and
short-nosed pets, who typically have difficulty breathing. Asphalt gets very
hot and can burn your pet's paws, so walk your dog on the grass if possible.
Always carry water with you to keep your dog from dehydrating.
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Don't rely on a fan
Pets respond differently to heat than humans do. (Dogs, for
instance, sweat primarily through their feet.) And fans don't cool off pets as
effectively as they do people.
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Provide ample shade and water
Any time your pet is outside, make sure they have protection
from heat and sun and plenty of fresh, cold water. In heat waves, add ice to
water when possible. Tree shade and tarps are ideal because they don't obstruct
air flow. A doghouse does not provide relief from heat—in fact, it makes it
worse.
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Cool your pet inside and out
Whip up a batch of quick and easy DIY pupsicles for dogs.
And always provide water, whether your pets are inside or out with you.
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Keep your pet from overheating indoors or out with a cooling
body wrap, vest or mat. Soak these products in cool water, and they'll stay
cool (but usually dry) for up to three days. If your dog doesn't find baths
stressful, see if they enjoy a cooling soak.
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Watch for signs of heatstroke
Extreme temperatures can cause heatstroke. Some signs of
heatstroke are heavy panting, glazed eyes, a rapid heartbeat, difficulty
breathing, excessive thirst, lethargy, fever, dizziness, lack of coordination,
profuse salivation, vomiting, a deep red or purple tongue, seizure and
unconsciousness.
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Animals are at particular risk for heat stroke if they are
very old, very young, overweight, not conditioned to prolonged exercise, or
have heart or respiratory disease. Some breeds of dogs—like boxers, pugs, shih
tzus and other dogs and cats with short muzzles—will have a much harder time
breathing in extreme heat.
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How to treat a pet suffering from heatstroke
Move your pet into the shade or an air-conditioned area.
Apply ice packs or cold towels to their head, neck and chest or run cool (not
cold) water over them. Let them drink small amounts of cool water or lick ice
cubes. Take them directly to a veterinarian.
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Prepare for power outages
Before a summer storm takes out the power in your home,
create a disaster plan to keep your pets safe from heat stroke and other
temperature-related trouble.
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During Winter months
Keep pets sheltered
Keep your pets inside with you and your family. Under no
circumstances should pet cats be left outdoors, even if they roam outside
during other seasons. Dogs are happiest when taken out frequently for walks and
exercise, but kept inside the rest of the time. Don't leave pets outdoors when
the temperature drops.
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If your dog is outdoors much of the day for any reason, they
must be protected by a dry, draft-free shelter that is large enough to allow
them to move comfortably, but small enough to hold in body heat. The floor
should be raised a few inches from the ground and covered with cedar shavings
or straw. The doorway should be covered with waterproof burlap or heavy
plastic.
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Pets who spend a lot of time outdoors need more food in the
winter because keeping warm depletes energy. Routinely check your pet's water
dish to make certain the water is fresh and unfrozen. Use plastic food and
water bowls; when the temperature is low, your pet's tongue can stick and
freeze to metal.
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No matter what the temperature is, windchill can threaten a
pet's life. Exposed skin on noses, ears and paw pads are at risk for frostbite
and hypothermia during extreme cold snaps. For this reason, short-haired dogs
often feel more comfortable wearing a sweater—even during short walks.
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Rock salt and other chemicals used to melt snow and ice can
irritate the pads of your pet's feet. Wipe all paws with a damp towel before
your pet licks them and irritates their mouth.
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Remove common poisons
Antifreeze is a deadly poison, but it has a sweet taste that
may attract animals and children. Wipe up any antifreeze spills immediately and
keep it, like all household chemicals, out of reach. Coolants and antifreeze
made with propylene glycol are less toxic to pets, wildlife and family.
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Dogs are at particular risk of salt poisoning in winter due
to the rock salt used in many areas—often when licking it from their paws after
a walk. Store de-icing salt in a safe place and wipe your dog’s paws, even
after short walks. If your dog ingests rock salt, call a veterinarian
immediately.
Protect outdoor animals
If there are outdoor cats, either owned pets or community
cats in your area, remember that they need protection from the elements as well
as food and water. It's easy to give them a hand.
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Cars are one of many hazards to small animals—warm engines
in parked cars attract cats and small wildlife, who may crawl up under the
hood. To avoid injuring any hidden animals, bang on your car's hood to scare
them away before starting your engine.
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You can also help make your property safe for deer in the
wintertime by waiting until after the first week of December to string lights,
and after then, only on trees over six inches in diameter. Before the first
snow, you should also store summer recreational materials, like hammocks and
swings.
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HORSE CARE
Be sure your horses have access to a barn or a three-sided
run-in so they can escape the wind and cold. While not all horses will need to
be blanketed, blankets will help horses keep warm and dry, especially if there
is any rain or snow. If you’ve body-clipped your horses, keep them blanketed
throughout the winter.
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Give your horses access to unfrozen water at all times. You
can use heated buckets or water heaters/de-icers to make sure the water doesn’t
freeze. Also, be sure to feed your horses more forage—unlimited amounts, if
possible—during extreme cold. This will help your horses create heat and
regulate their body temperatures.
Speak out
If you encounter a pet left in the cold, politely let the
owner know you're concerned. Some people genuinely don’t know the risk that
cold weather poses to their pets or livestock and will be quick to correct any
problems you address. If someone you raise these concerns with responds poorly
or continues to neglect their animals, follow our steps on reporting winter
neglect.
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