comes the most propitious time to enjoy the sunshine and outdoor activities with our closest friends: the dogs. But they live the season of sunshine and warmth of a very special way. Therefore, the Pet Food Institute shows us what precautions to take with our pets in the summer and what to do if we travel with them.
say that dogs are man's best friend. They are faithful, loyal companions, loving and present day. Even, sometimes, make our lives happier. With such remarkable features at least they deserve is n ur more care and respect. And how giving back love and protection? Here, the Pet Food Institute - the chamber of pet food manufacturers in the United States, which promotes research and development of industry, for domestic animals, premises and gives some advice on what action to take with your pet in summer and what to do if you want to travel with them. Because, like us, the heat and the long distances just find it uncomfortable. And it is our responsibility to give the greatest benefit for them to grow, develop and grow old with the most optimal quality of life. Pay attention and take note. No big trouble and your pet will thank you really.
Dogs and cats can not sweat nearly as have few sweat glands. Therefore, only remove the excess heat panting. That's why it's common to see dogs panting steadily over the summer. In addition, dogs have short snout, for example, Bull Dogs, Boxers, Beijingers, the Shihtsus and other races that the conformation of your soft palate have difficulty in properly gasp, thus have a higher risk of heat stroke, can also can hit more frequently in older pets.
To do that they too can enjoy the summer heat and the Pet Food Institute should take special precautions:
EXCESSIVE HEAT. There never had to leave the dogs in a car stopped and closed. It is possible that if the car is parked in the sun not enough just to leave a window ajar. Dogs can suffer heat stroke is fatal. Keep in mind that a small patio, balcony or terrace without a shadow space may be too hot and problematic for the pet.
SYMPTOMS. If a hot day you see that your pet is very agitated, red mucous membranes, you must act immediately. In this situation, you should take the animal to a cool place, if possible where there is refrigeration. Moisten your pet with a spray of clothing or plant to cool it. If it gets wet can totally feel chills, delaying the elimination of high temperature. It is desirable that upon completion of these first aid employs a veterinarian for animal evaluation and decision making. In addition to reducing exposure to high temperatures, is elemental to facilitate access to water. Dogs and cats should always have a container which can take fresh water and pet food to feed. It is also important on hot days discourage physical activities are too extensive and prolonged. In this time of year the energy needs are much lower at q ue feed intake is lower than in winter. Avoid hot foods. The schedule of the ration may be too early in the morning or evening when it cools.
ATTACK OF HEAT TREATING. A dog or cat suffering from a heat stroke is displayed: weak, excessively panting, drooling, tremors, vomiting, diarrhea, fainting, hot body, fever and unconsciousness. Finding a dog or cat under these conditions requires a veterinarian as soon as possible. Although at the time of emergency is more important is to reduce the temperature of the animal. This can be done by hitting the hose with fresh water, immerse your body in cool water or compresses under your neck and around her face .. You could also offer ice to lick.
Traveling Along with the holidays come the doubts and problems about what to do with our pet. It came on the scene and friends who graciously, or both, offered to give the care they need during our absence, or resort, in the case of dogs, other than pensioners who may well supplant during holidays . But not all alternatives are summarized to give your pet the care of someone. What happens when we want her to also join us in these days of rest?
IN AUTO. Usual and nice to see that the head leaning looking car window to say that she is, your pet, who would enjoy the trip. But it happens that the strong wind generated by walking, can damage both the eyes and ears of your dog. Therefore, try to avoid that situation. It is recommended that pet to travel with the windows so that they can not look out. But the ideal would be that it is transferred in baskets or harnesses to restrict their movements and can contain before a sudden stop or accident.
BY PLANE. When destinations require that we move by air, if we want our pets with us, we meet some of the essential requirements. If we leave the country, your pet must inevitably undergo a health check. Through a procedure that is performed at the Institute Lazareto-organism that depends on the SENASA (National Health Service and Food Quality). In this organism, the pet owner must be presented with a certificate of good health issued by a licensed veterinarian. There must state that the animal is not a contagious disease and has vaccines for the date. There are some variations in the requirements imposed under the final destination of our trip, so it is recommended to contact the institute for information from the individual cases in particular. < Otro paso que se debe llevar a cabo, es comunicarse con la aerolínea, dado que cada una de ellas cu enta con normas en particular para el traslado de animales. Algunas líneas aéreas sólo toman el traslado del animal como exceso de equipaje, mientras que algunas cobran un cargo de transporte. Hay compañías que permiten viajar a la mascota en la cabina del avión, pero para ello también debe cumplir algunos requisitos como ser una cesta de traslado con piso impermeable.
All dogs can go on vacation. Just a matter of taking precautions necessary. And no big hassle. Hands and your pet will thank you.
By: Vanesa Zumbo. Photos: Courtesy of Burson-Marsteller Argentina. Source: Foot Pet Institute.
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