Vets Have Issued Another Stark Warning To Pet Owners For Coping With The Summer Heat

As temperatures climb, and the humidity breezes in and out, vets in the UAE have reminded pet owners of the dangers of the heat. 

Heat exhaustion and dehydration can make your pets seriously ill, so here are some top tips to make sure they (and you) survive this hot summer. 

Vets recommend the following: 

• Dogs should be walked early in the morning or after the sun has set.
• Keep pets indoors between noon and 3pm, when the sun is at its strongest.
• Ensure your animals can access a shaded area at all times.
• Provide plenty of chilled drinking water and replace it regularly. Ice packs placed underneath the bowl will keep it cooler longer.
• Never leave your animal restrained in direct sunlight or alone in a vehicle for any length of time.
• If your pet becomes overly lethargic, vomits or has a dazed expression, act immediately. Ice packs or cool, wet towels should be placed near the animal’s head and neck and it should be driven to the nearest vet in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• Overweight animals and those with thick coats are particularly susceptible to hyperthermia.

Tips provided by Portacool UAE.