Vets: Be aware of animal heat related illness
JACKSON, Tenn.- As the dangerous heat hits West Tennessee, vets want to make sure you are keeping your pets safe from heat-related illnesses. Doctors recommend pets to be kept in an air conditioned environment during the heat of the day and strenuous activities like running and playing be limited. They say focus on outdoor activities either early in the morning or late in the day. “You don’t wanna use ice cold water or really cold water cause it’ll cause them to go into shock,” said Dr. Lee Nichols of North Madison Animal Hospital. Other pets at risk for heat stroke are lab retrievers and pekingese. Doctors said over exercising your pet and leaving them in hot cars can put them at risk. If your pet does not get back to its normal temperature, seek medical attention.
