Puppies, like you, feel the heat very much, so it is your duty and responsibility to take care of them during the hottest days of the year. Through this article, we give you some tips on how to offer your pup a cooler summer, regardless of the temperatures.
Plan walks
Emergency conditions also require emergency solutions, so you may need to slightly change the schedule in which you walk the puppy. Choose the coolest hours of the day so that both you and the puppy are not exposed to the peak of the heat.
Don't forget the water
Water is super important for puppies all year round, but on hot days it's a must. If you are out with the puppy, always take a water bottle with you and at home, don't forget that his/her bowl is always filled with water.
Beware of sunstroke
Puppies suffer from sunstroke when they are exposed to too much sun and heat. Sunstroke occurs when puppies cannot reduce their high body temperature and can be fatal.
All puppies can get sunburned, but obese puppies, large breeds, older dogs, and those with thick fur are most at risk.
How to identify sunstroke?
Heavy breathing
Lethargy
Confusion and disorientation
Tremors and foaming at the mouth
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Tremors and weakness
What to do when you notice that your dog has sunstroke?
First, you need to act very quickly and contact the vet. In the meantime: Move the puppy to a cool, shaded area Calm him Put a wet towel on top, or cool him with freshener or conditioner Give him some water to drink If possible, cool him down even while you take him to the vet Comb and shear often It depends from puppy fur. If the breed of puppy is characterized by dense fur, it is better to cut it. If it doesn't have very dense fur, combing is still a very good option.
Protect your friend's paws
Surfaces that are heavily exposed to the sun, such as asphalt or sand, can be painful for your puppy and can cause severe burns. Test the surface yourself, especially the sand. If it's too hot for you, so is the puppy.
Never leave it in the car
Leaving your puppy in a car exposed to the sun can prove fatal. Even if the car is parked in the shade, with the windows open, dogs can still be stressed and not at all comfortable. The car heats up quickly and the chances of the puppy getting sunburn are greatly increased.
