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heat stroke in dogs recognize Prevention & First Aid for Heat stroke

Following on from the last article, I would like once more on the subject of overheating and heat stroke in dogs. The danger is unfortunately often underestimated, and despite all the warnings, it is often the case that dog owners expect their dogs in hot weather either too much physical exertion, or she "very briefly" let in the superheated car. Even if the windows are open, developing within easy driving temperatures up to 60 ° C - even if it seems much cooler outside. Starting at 40 ° C - which are reached in the car really really fast - Connect to circulatory problems. The body responds by increasing blood from inside the body in the outer parts of the body pumped to get it to cool faster. At very high temperatures, this has the unfortunate consequence that vital organs are no longer sufficient blood supply - can lead to shock.

first signs of heat stroke are:

• Strong panting
• excitement
• impaired consciousness
• wobble / balance disorders
• vomiting, cramps
• mucosa and tongue of dog are colored red. (Here's a photo of the police Minden, on the this is to recognize. The dog had been abandoned by his owner in the car. Thanks to an observant passer-by who had noticed the critical condition of the dog, the dog was rescued. The additional responding police officers broke up the car and found to be greatest dog rescue in time. (> The police report to )
  

These signs, the dog needs immediate veterinary care!

Important: The following first aid measures are not intended as self-therapy and can not replace the vet! They serve only to support or as a first aid until the necessary veterinary care and the arrival the veterinarian!

first aid measures should be taken in suspected heat stroke immediately

• The animal in shady, well air-conditioned place without drafts bring
• If the dog is still conscious, water offer
• The animal in wet, cold towels wrap or gently rinse off with cold water (garden hose, shower head). It started at the legs, then stomach, chest and finally the KopfBei upstream of consciousness, the tongue and remove foreign material (eg vomit) from throat will.
• Ideally, the veterinarian immediately if possible, to the dog Come so that the animal can not be transported back in the car must warm. If this is not possible, then he may still be immediately placed in wet towels to the nearest veterinary practice.

Prevention is better than cure! avoid heat stroke:

better than any first aid, it is logical to avoid heat stroke. Sports activities with the dog should move them back into the early morning hours. In the midday heat, rather then just a little turn round, or search for shady paths and take on longer walks with drinking water for the dog. If the dog likes water, swimming or treading water is also a welcome Cooling. However, one must make sure that the dog has not been overheated, and then suddenly plunges into the cool water. And do not forget to respect the algae of the waters, for even lurking here unfortunately dangers for dogs .

If possible, avoid the dog driving a car and especially the Aufenthat in parked car in high summer temperatures. The dog is better off when you get up a little earlier in the morning and takes a long morning walk. Then he is happy and satisfied rather wait in the cool Zuahuse on pet owners to burn so hot in the car, while his two-legged any errands have to make. Does it still not even completely avoid the dog briefly to let in the car, one must note the following:

• sure to consult a fully shaded parking lot!
• windows & sunroof open. (Not just a crack)
• The dog always provide fresh drinking water
• And - despite everything - the dog never longer than 10 minutes in the car let alone!

Another tip: In many cities now have an animal ambulance, which is accessible in emergencies of all kinds around the Clock. It never hurts to just me, getting the number and write them down for emergency or - even better - to save the same in the mobile phone. So you can always quickly in an emergency call for help. (. 24hr Emergency / Trauma First Aid for Dogs and other animals) - For Dusseldorf, for example, the number of the animal ambulance emergency number 0177 is 25 75 92 7 googled just whether it is in your town so there is a pet ambulance and saves you the number for just in case. I really hope that you never need it, but it can not hurt to know the number.

I wish all dogs colleagues a great summer, and caring owners who let their dogs do not unnecessarily burn in the heat in the car. And then I have one request to all two-legged friends: If her somewhere a child, a dog or other animal can see burn in a car, then please go no further just shaking his head. Do not be afraid to call the police if you see that the child or pet in the car is not going well.

soon, your Alex! (Alexander Bömbelmann o)