Title:  When is it too hot to walk your dog? How to tell

Source: Metro https://metro.co.uk/2023/06/14/hot-weather-when-is-it-too-hot-to-walk-your-dog-amid-june-2023-heatwave-18951940/

https://www.vets-now.com/summer/your-dog-walking-temperature-guide/

https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/heat-stroke-in-dogs

Date: 06/14/2023

Summary: Summers are getting hotter. Here are things to consider as we walk our dogs on hot days.  

Situation:

1. June was hot for many dogs and dog owners in the Northern Hemisphere.
2. Dogs need walks and should be walked every day. Some dogs need more than one walk a day to live happily with their family.
3. It can be dangerous for our dogs to walk when it is too hot. 
4. The Vet Now Website made an infographic to help people remember to consider the temperature when considering walking their dog this summer.    

Problem

1. Dogs can suffer from heatstroke.
2. Heatstroke happens with dogs are not able to self-regulate and keep their temperature at a comfortable level.
3. Heatstroke can be fatal in as little as 15 minutes.

Action

1. Vet Now claims that 12-15 Degrees C (53- 59 f) has no evidence of risk of heatstroke
2. 16-19 degrees C (60.8-66.2 f) is generally safe to walk your dog, regardless of the time of day, but large breed dogs, obese and flat-faced dogs should be watched for signs of discomfort 
3. 20-23 degrees C, (68- 73 f) there is a risk of heat stroke if the dog is exercised too rigorously or sufferers from obesity or breathing difficulties. 
4. 24-27 degrees C - (75-80) “Extreme caution should be taken as most dogs, particularly those who are large, obese, flat-faced, and very young, will find these temperatures uncomfortable.  
5. 32 degrees C and higher (89.6 f) heat stoke becomes a major risk regardless of condition, size, or dog breed. 
6. According to the head vet at Cherry Tree Veterinary Practice, Clare Hamilton, “If you stand barefoot on the patio or pavement and it feels too hot for you, then it’s certainly too hot for your dog.”
7. She says, “Anything over 25 degrees C (77 f) is very risky…depends on humidity and breeze.”
8. Look for the signs of heat-related health issues, Heavy panting, red eyes, red gums, hot skin, reduced activity, Vomiting, diarrhea, and collapsing. 
9. Clare gives ideas to keep your dog cool, like Putting ice cubes in water bowls, getting a doggie pool and putting it in the shade, Getting fans for indoors, do not leave your dog in the car or shadeless yard, Inside do not shut dogs in a closed room without an open window. 

Result

1. What is Heat Stroke? 
   1. Heat stroke is a term commonly used for hyperthermia or elevated body temperature. Generally speaking, if a pet's body temperature exceeds 103°F (39.4°C), it is considered abnormal or hyperthermic. Body temperatures above 106°F (41°F) without previous signs of illness are most commonly associated with exposure to excessive external or environmental heat and are often referred to as heat stroke. The critical temperature where multiple organ failure and impending death occurs is around 107°F to 109°F (41.2°C to 42.7°C).
2. What to do if your dog has heat stroke? 
   1. Move the dog to a shaded, cool area, and immediately pour cool, not cold, water over the dog to avoid shock. Tap water 15-16 degrees c (59- 60 f) is the most effective at cooling dogs down. 

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