How can Silky Terriers prevent heatstroke? Heatstroke may occur when pets are exposed to the sun for a long time, or are exposed to high temperatures for a long time, or after strenuous exercise. So how to prevent heatstroke in Silky Terriers?
Pet appears depressed and has decreased appetite. Gasping loudly with the mouth open, the body temperature rises, usually above 40°C, the breath sounds are heavier when gasping, and saliva appears on the mouth; in severe or prolonged heatstroke, the body sways and loses balance when walking; weak; confused, or even falling to the ground. Death, or frothy and bloody fluid may flow from the nose, all of which indicate that our pet has developed symptoms of heat stroke.
Once the owner discovers that his pet has symptoms of heatstroke, he should immediately take self-rescue, or directly Call the veterinarian and take first aid measures under the guidance of the veterinarian. After a pet has heatstroke, the most important thing is to lower the dog's body temperature as soon as possible. The method is to use cold water (not ice water, which will slow down the skin's circulation speed and prolong the cooling time) to the dog's body. , you can also put the dog in a cold water tub to cool down. Then the pet should be sent to the pet hospital as quickly as possible. In the case of heat stroke, pets generally cannot drink water on their own initiative. Depending on the severity of the condition, veterinarians must take appropriate measures to quickly replenish water and other drugs through intravenous drip or other methods for treatment.