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What You Need to Know About the Effects of Extreme Heat on Pets
- Experts warn that extreme heat during summer months in North Carolina poses serious health risks to pets, especially dogs, due to their limited ways to cool down.
- This risk increases for flat-faced breeds like pugs and bulldogs, which have reduced ability to pant and regulate body temperature effectively.
- Signs of early overheating in pets include excessive panting, bright red gums, weakness, wobbling, and a body temperature over 104 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Veterinarians advise walking pets during early morning or evening, avoiding hot asphalt that can cause paw burns within 60 seconds, and never leaving pets unattended in parked cars.
- These precautions aim to prevent heatstroke, which can cause systemic organ failure, and underscore the importance of early intervention and preventive veterinary care.
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What you need to know about the effects of extreme heat on pets
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Protecting pets in extreme heat: Upstate experts weigh in
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Vet tips on how to keep pets safe in the summer heat
Two North Carolina veterinarians explain the impact of hot weather on pets, and what pet owners should do to keep their fur babies healthy all summer long. Summer can signal the start of a joyously sweaty and sticky season for some, but for many pets, the heat in June, July, and August can pose serious risks for their health and well-being. According to the North Carolina State Climate Office, a heat wave is defined as a period of abnormally hot…
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