Dogs’ health can deteriorate in hot weather, so owners should take precautions to help the pet survive the heat more easily. About what actions will help in this regard, “Public News Service” to solve from experts.
That’s why experts recommend walking the dogs before 08:00 in the morning or after 20:00 in the evening. If this is not possible, it is useful to reduce the walking time to 15 minutes. You should take water for the dog with you, there should always be a bowl of fresh water in the apartment. If your pet refuses to eat, do not force him to feed. In summer, the animal can be transferred to a one-time meal or portions can be reduced, including wet food, fruits and vegetables in the diet, experts recommend.
Wetting the paws, head and stomach can also help the dog survive the heat, this can be done twice a day. You can also put a cooling mat sold in the pet store for him. However, the air conditioner should be abandoned, because under it the pet can catch a cold. At the same time, you can gradually accustom the animal to the air conditioning if you take the animal for 5-10 minutes in an air-conditioned room and gradually lower the temperature in the room. It is important that the dog does not lie directly under the flow of air.
Sinologist, President of the Russian Sinological Federation Vladimir Golubev previously recommendation Because of the heat, watch the dog closely and pay attention to the dog’s behavior. Golubev noted that if you notice rapid breathing, a decrease in physical activity, or if you see the pet trying to get into the shade, lying on a cold surface, he needs help to cool down.
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