08/05/2026
The hottest days of summer are here, and staying hydrated is just as important for your pets as it is for you! Dogs and cats can become dehydrated quickly in hot weather, especially if they're spending time outdoors or being active.
๐ถ๐ฑ ๐ฆ๐ถ๐ด๐ป๐ ๐ผ๐ณ ๐๐ฒ๐ต๐๐ฑ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐๐ผ ๐ช๐ฎ๐๐ฐ๐ต ๐๐ผ๐ฟ:
๐ง Excessive panting
๐ง Dry or sticky gums
๐ง Sunken eyes
๐ง Lethargy or weakness
๐ง Loss of appetite
๐ง Thick saliva
๐ง Reduced skin elasticity (the skin doesn't quickly spring back when gently lifted)
๐ฆ ๐ฆ๐ถ๐บ๐ฝ๐น๐ฒ ๐ช๐ฎ๐๐ ๐๐ผ ๐๐ฒ๐ฒ๐ฝ ๐ฌ๐ผ๐๐ฟ ๐ฃ๐ฒ๐ ๐๐๐ฑ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐๐ฒ๐ฑ:
โ๏ธ Provide fresh, cool water at all times
โ๏ธ Wash and refill water bowls daily
โ๏ธ Bring water with you on walks, hikes, and road trips
โ๏ธ Make sure outdoor pets always have access to shade and clean water
โ๏ธ Limit exercise during the hottest part of the day
โ๏ธ Offer pet-safe frozen treats or add a little water to your pet's food if recommended by your veterinarian
๐ก๏ธ ๐ฅ๐ฒ๐บ๐ฒ๐บ๐ฏ๐ฒ๐ฟ: Dehydration can quickly progress to heat exhaustion or heat stroke, both of which are medical emergencies.
If your pet becomes weak, collapses, vomits, has trouble breathing, or you suspect dehydration, seek veterinary care right away.
At North Alabama Animal Hospital + Pet Resort, we're here to help your pets stay healthy, happy, and safe all summer long.
๐ If you have questions or are concerned about your pet's hydration, give us a call at ๐ฎ๐ฑ๐ฒ-๐ฏ๐ด๐ฏ-๐ฎ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฒ.
