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Summer tips for pets -- Sunday July 26th, 2009
Summer heat can be extremely dangerous. Over the years, I've seen many dogs die from heat stroke. And that's something none of us wants to see.
I don't want your dog to become one of the many dogs that suffer from Heat Related Illnesses. So today, I'm going to tell you how you can keep your dog safe from summer heat.
There are several conditions that can occur from exposure to summer heat. The most dangerous is heat stroke. It is caused by an extremely high body temperature (rectal temperature of 105 to 110 degrees Fahrenheit), which leads to nervous system abnormalities that may include lethargy, weakness, collapse or coma.
Abnormally high body temperature develops after increased muscular activity with impaired ability to give off heat. It is caused by high heat and humidity, or respiratory obstruction. In other words, your dog just can't cool his body down fast enough.
Normally, dogs release body heat from their skin. Panting also allows evaporation of water from the respiratory tract and is an effective method of heat dissipation.
When these mechanisms are overwhelmed, hyperthermia and heat stroke usually develop. The elevation in body temperature stimulates the body to release substances that activate inflammation.
Heat-related illnesses include heat stroke, heat exhaustion and heat cramps. All of these conditions can occur after exposure to extremely high environmental temperatures.
All mammals can suffer from these heat-related illnesses, all of which can be prevented by taking adequate precautions.
Here are some important tips to help keep your dog safe as temperatures rise:
1. Keep pets in well-ventilated areas.ยจ
2. Provide exercise early in the morning or late in the evening (the coolest times of the day).
3. Minimize exercise in hot weather.
4. Do not leave your pet in a car for any reason at any time - ever!
5. If possible, keep pets indoors in a comfortable environment during extreme weather conditions.
6. Limit sun exposure during the mid-day hours.
7. Give your pet plenty of fresh water, and leave the water in a shady area.
8. For a sudden high temperature change, allow your pet to acclimate. Many cases of heat-related illness occur in the spring when your pet is not yet used to the new warmer temperatures.
9. If traveling to a hotter climate, allow several days to become acclimated before allowing any vigorous exercise for your pet; work up to it gradually.
10. Ensure that puppies and kittens drink adequate amounts of liquids.
Dr. JON
Bassatarian Award -- Sunday July 26th, 2009
Now is the time to start thinking of fundraising for Slobberfest 11(2010). There are lots of ways to raise funds limited only by your immagination. Garage Sale and give the profit to DROOPY,sell candy, flowers etc and give the money to DROOPY. These are just to name a few. Sell items on ebay and if you use missionfish you can set aside a portion of your sale to go to DROPY (we are a registered Charity with them). Use i-give and a portion of your browsing and/or sale go to the rescue (we are registered with i-give also). Apply for our new credit card and a portion of your sales comes to us. Anything and everything can be a fundraiser for DROOPY-just let your imagination fly!!!
Congratulations to Sandy -- Sunday July 12th, 2009
Congratulations to Sandy Helbling, our 2009 Bassaterian of the year. Sandy's fundraising was a year long process selling items in the workplace to earn her this top award. congratulations Sandy the hounds all thank you!!!!!
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Slobberfest July 10th 2010