22/05/2026
☀️ What Is Heatstroke? ☀️
Heatstroke happens when your pet’s body temperature rises to dangerous levels and they can’t cool down. Unlike humans, dogs and cats can’t sweat effectively—meaning they overheat much more quickly.
🌡️ Signs of Heatstroke 🌡️
Please contact your vet immediately if you notice any of the following:
- Excessive panting or difficulty breathing
- Drooling or sticky gums
- Lethargy, weakness, or collapse
- Vomiting or diarrhea
- Confusion or uncoordinated movements
- Seizures
Early action can save your pet’s life.
🐾 Quick First Aid If You Suspect Heatstroke 🐾
While calling your vet, start cooling your pet gradually:
- Move them to a shaded, cool area
- Offer small amounts of cool (not cold) water
- Apply cool, wet towels to their paws, belly, and neck
- Do not use ice-cold water or immerse them in cold baths—it can cause shock
- Always seek veterinary attention afterwards, even if they seem to recover.
☀️ Essential Hot Weather Safety Tips
🚗 Never Leave Pets in Cars
A parked car can reach deadly temperatures within minutes—even with windows cracked.
🌡️ Avoid Walks During Peak Heat
Stick to early morning or late evening. If the pavement is too hot for your hand, it's too hot for their paws!
🏡 Create a Cool Environment
Provide shade and plenty of fresh water. Use cooling mats or damp towels. Provide ventilation—fans help, but do not replace proper cooling
🐾 Special Care for High-Risk Pets
Flat-faced breeds (e.g., Bulldogs, Pugs, Persians). Young, elderly, overweight, or unwell pets. Pets with thick coats. These animals overheat far more quickly.
We're Here to Help - If you’re ever worried your pet may be overheating, please call us right away. It’s always better to be safe than sorry.
Stay cool and stay safe! ☀️🐾
