Due to Extreme Heat Waves and Severe Cold Weather, Rosedale Veterinary Clinic Urges Caution for Pets
(firmenpresse) - ROSEDALE, MD -- (Marketwire) -- 10/18/11 -- Paw Prints Animal Hospital has urged pet owners to exercise caution due to Maryland's extreme heat waves experienced this past summer. The Essex vet clinic also announced tips for keeping pets safe during heat waves and severe cold weather. These tips include how to ensure a pet gets adequate outdoor exercises while staying cool or warm and tips on how to recognize the warning signs of dehydration, heatstroke, and hypothermia. In the event of dehydration, heatstroke, or hypothermia Paw Prints Animal Hospital can provide . Paw Prints Animal Hospital is located in Rosedale and serves the Essex, Middle River, Dundalk, Nottingham, Parkville, Perry Hall, and White Marsh communities.
Paw Prints Animal Hospital has cautioned pet owners against extreme temperatures. Because dogs and cats cannot perspire through sweat as humans do, they can only dispel heat through panting and the pads on their feet. Due to record breaking temperatures this past summer, the vet also announced for keeping pets cool in the heat and warm during severe cold snaps.
"July was one of the hottest months on record, and August was also unseasonably warm. During times of high temperatures and high humidity, it's hard for the average person to even go for a short walk outside without overheating," said Dr. Ogunyemi, a at the hospital. "Imagine how hard it is for pets, especially dogs with thick coats and older dogs."
The animal clinic's tips included a reminder to not leave pets in parked cars, where the temperature inside can reach over 120 degrees in just minutes. Even if a pet owner is just running out of the house for a quick errand, the said it is safer to leave the pet at home where it is cool. According to the clinic, pet owners should also not leave pets in the car during colder weather, as heat escapes the car quickly and can become extremely cold very quickly.
"Pets can suffer heat stroke or hypothermia in a matter of minutes in an unattended parked car," said the . "If you see a pet in a locked car without an owner, immediately report the car to a store owner, or call animal control for assistance."
With temperatures in Essex hitting 104 in July, the also reminded pet owners about the warning signs of heatstroke and dehydration. Symptoms of heatstroke and dehydration include heavy panting, glazed eyes, a deep red or purple tongue, a staggering gait, and a rapid pulse. In extreme cases, a dog or cat may even vomit.
Pet owners who suspect their pet may be overheating can trying cooling the pet off by applying cool water to their body, and letting the pet drink small amounts of cool water or lick ice cubes. Pet owners who believe their pet is suffering from heatstroke should seek immediate veterinary attention and take their pet straight to an , like the , for urgent care. During the winter, pets that have been exposed to severe cold weather or that exhibit signs of hypothermia, should be brought into the pet hospital immediately as well.
"When you are wearing shoes, it's easy to forget just how hot or how cold the surface of a parking lot or driveway can be for a pet's paws," the clinic said.
Pet owners who wish to learn more about how to keep their pets healthy and safe from the summer heat can visit the website at .
Paw Prints Pet Hospital
Rosedale, MD
1-888-667-5235
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