Source:
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh
| Protecting Pets From The Big Chill |
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| Cars Are for People- Never leave a pet
in a car unattended
. Heat exhaustion and heat stroke are distinct
possibilities if the dog is subjected to high temperatures in poorly ventilated
areas, including cars (even with the windows cracked open), sheds, or other
enclosures. Dogs dissipate body heat by panting, not sweating, and rapid
panting causes increased loss of water and carbon dioxide.
If the dog
is stressed by high temperatures and humidity and poor ventilation, his
circulatory and respiratory systems can be overtaxed.
The rule of thumb is "Don't leave Rover in the car alone during the day!" Even with the windows cracked. Even in the shade -- shades do move. Click Here For More Information |
| Excessive heat affects animals the same as humans |
| Protect your pet in case of an emergency
Many families prepare plans to protect themselves in case of an emergency or natural disaster. However, some may forget to include their pets-but being prepared could help save many animal lives. Click Here For More Information |
| Sunburn Pets!
Yes your pet can get sunburn -- on the tips of their ears, the bridge of their noses and even on their tender tummies, where fur is thinnest. At the very least, sunburned skin is sore, painful skin. "One of the dangers with sunburn and long-term sun exposure in dogs and cats is that it can develop into cancer," says Lowell Ackerman, D.V.M., Ph.D., a veterinary dermatologist in private practice in Scottsdale, Arizona, and author of Skin and Haircoat Problems in Dogs. Getting a fighting chance against cancer. |
| Dog locked in car suffers heat stroke
Authorities say around 12:30 Tuesday afternoon a two-year-old schnauzer was found locked in a car with the windows both shut tight. Click Here For More Information |
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