Summer can be a dangerous time for your family pets, especially Fido. Dogs don’t have the ability to cool themselves the way humans do, which puts them at risk for a heatstroke in the summer sun.
According to Healthy Pets, if your dog shows any of these signs he could be overheating and should be moved to a cool location immediately:
| Heavy panting or rapid breathing | Elevated body temperature |
| Excessive thirst | Weakness or collapse |
| Glazed eyes | Increased pulse and heartbeat |
| Vomiting or bloody diarrhea | Seizures |
| Bright or dark red tongue, gums | Excessive drooling |
| Staggering or stumbling | Unconsciousness |
Keep your pet safe from the heat the same way you keep yourself safe – by hydrating often and staying inside during the hottest parts of the day.
