š¾š Heat Stroke Prevention Guide for Dogs š„š¾
- Allan Cheung
- 12 minutes ago
- 1 min read
Hong Kongās rising heat and humidity put dogs at high risk of overheating, as they cool down much slower than humans š.
Heat stroke can hit any dog and become fatalš„. Flat-faced, long-haired, senior, overweight dogs and those with chronic illnesses are most at risk, so prevention is vital.
ā Dog safety tips:
āŖļø Walk early morning or late evening to avoid midday heat š š
āŖļø Never leave dogs unattended in cars or enclosed spaces šā
āŖļø Always offer fresh water and shaded, ventilated rest areas š§š³
āŖļø Limit outdoor exercise above 29Ā°C and 60% humidityš„
Bring your dog to the vet immediately if you spot heat stress or severe heat stroke signsš©ŗ. Early cooling and professional treatment greatly improve survival chancesš§š„.
Heat stroke is dangerous but fully preventable with proper care. Letās keep dogs safe this summer šš¾!
Contact us anytime for dog health concerns šš¬
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