Heat Advisory for Pets
Green Bay, Wis. – The Wisconsin Humane Society is sharing simple tips to keep animals safe as we experience high temperatures and heat advisories. Unlike people, animals cannot regulate body temperature in the same way, which makes them vulnerable to heat stroke and heat exhaustion. WHS advises the following tips to keep pets safe:
•Do not leave your pets in the car. The inside of a vehicle can reach 160 degrees in minutes, even with windows cracked.
•Take walks during cooler parts of the day. Early morning and evening hours are best.
•Never leave an animal outside in the sun! Always ensure they have access to shade and plenty of fresh cool water.
•If your home does not have air conditioning or you turn it off while away, allow pets access to the coolest part of your home, such as a basement or in darker room with cool floors and good air circulation.
•Take extra precautions for senior, overweight, or snub-nosed dogs in hot weather. Also closely monitor dogs with heart or lung diseases.
•Watch your animals for signs of heat stroke. These include panting, difficulty breathing, vomiting, diarrhea, confusion, rapid pulse, bright red gums, and blue tongue or lips.
•Treat heat stroke immediately. Move pets to a cool place and have their body temperature lowered with cool water, then immediately contact your vet.
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- Friday, July 12, 2024
- For immediate release
- Media Contact: Tanya Ditzman
- 920-469-3110 x2115
- tditzman@wihumane.org
