{"id":31256,"date":"2024-01-26T09:18:46","date_gmt":"2024-01-26T07:18:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/?p=31256"},"modified":"2024-01-26T09:18:46","modified_gmt":"2024-01-26T07:18:46","slug":"keep-it-cool","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/blog\/2024\/01\/26\/keep-it-cool\/","title":{"rendered":"Keep it cool"},"content":{"rendered":"

Dr Christy Brown, a vet based in Ballito, shares her tips for keeping our furry friends cool this summer.<\/strong><\/h4>\n

It\u2019s no secret that February is the hottest \u2013 and most humid \u2013 month on the North Coast. And, if you\u2019re struggling with the heat, your pets are likely to be too. \u201cThe hot KZN summer can be a debilitating and uncomfortable time for our pets,\u201d explains Dr Brown. \u201cObesity, brachycephalic (flat-nosed pets such as bulldogs and pugs), over-exercise, and thick coats are all risk factors for over-heating.\u201d<\/p>\n

While we humans sweat to cool down, dogs and cats pant. \u201cPanting is not nearly as effective, leaving them more sensitive to high environmental temperatures,\u201d says Dr Brown. \u201cExtreme heat can cause heatstroke, a dangerous and potentially life-threatening condition, which causes multiple organ failure in severe cases.\u201d<\/p>\n

Some of the early warning signs of heatstroke include panting, loud, rapid breathing, and dark red gums. \u201cHeatstroke may be present when the body temperature climbs above 40 degrees Celsius,\u201d explains Dr Brown. \u201cWe use a paediatric rectal thermometre to assess a pet\u2019s temperature.\u201d<\/p>\n

If you notice your pet is in distress, panting heavily, appears weak or has an altered mental state, it\u2019s important that you take measures to cool them down and that you seek veterinary advice immediately. Dousing the animal in cool water before transport to the vet can start the cooling process.<\/p>\n

DR BROWN\u2019S TIPS FOR TAKING CARE OF PETS IN THE HEAT\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"1. Ensure there is always ample drinking water available to your pet.<\/div>\n
2. Provide cool places for your pet to rest and escape from the heat \u2013 a cool, tiled floor, shady areas in the garden, under the fan or in an airconditioned room.<\/div>\n
3. On terribly hot days, allow your pets to come inside, away from the heat.<\/div>\n
4. Wetting your pet or providing them with a bath to swim in may provide some relief.<\/div>\n
5. Avoid exercise in the heat of the day \u2013 this includes chasing the ball<\/div>\n
(and excited children) in the heat.<\/div>\n
\n

6. Choose to go for walks in the early morning or evening when the temperature is cooler.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Details:<\/strong> Dr Christy Brown; Ballito Vet Hospital; 1 Ballito Business Centre, Ballito Drive; 032 946 2052; ballitovet@telkomsa.net<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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