Sunday 4 October 2015

Stressing About Heat Stroke

Somebody left the oven on! It is incredible how quickly our heaters were packed away and the fans have been pulled out from their hibernation. It has gone from an average temperature of 15 degrees to 25 in less than one month and being in the center of Pietermaritzburg in an area notoriously known as “The Basin” we are feeling it! This, for us, means time in the pool and lovely long sunny days. However, for your pet this may cause major problems. I have met many clients whom believe heat stress and heat stroke are conditions unique to us as humans however  it is, in fact, far more of a concern for our canine companions.


We came across this great little poster, designed by facility students at the Murdoch University in Perth, which covers the basics on the identification and treatment of heat stroke as well as a few tips on how to prevent it entirely.


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