warm weather safety - Page 1

As our weather warms up and we approach summer, it might be a good time to review heat related safety precautions

Heat related deaths kill more humans and dog every year then any other weather related issues.

In Dogs:
A rapid or erratic heartbeat/pulse

Rapid breathing or struggling for breath
Exaggerated panting, or the sudden stopping of panting

Increased, excessive, loud, heaving, irregular panting or the sudden stopping of panting

A very high body
Excessive drooling or frothing at the mouth

Dark red gums

Vomiting

Barking or whining

Anxiety or agitation

Dizziness

Confusion

Incoordination - stumbling and/or trouble standing or walking

An anxious, vacant, or staring expression

Listlessness or weakness

Shaking or seizures

Collapse or unconsciousness

Other signs of heat stroke can include some or all of the following:

Dry mouth and nose

Lack of urine production

Weakness and muscle tremors

Dryness and redness (or dull grayish-pink or blue) of the inside of the tongue, mouth, lips and gums and gums - OR -

Drooling and excess salivation

Glazed eyes and/or dilated pupils

Difficulty standing or walking

Vomiting and/or diarrhea

In Humans:

Heat Exhaustion
Heavy sweating
Weakness
Headache
Weak pulse
Dizziness
Exhaustion
Fainting
Nausea or vomiting
Cold, clammy skin
Body temperature will seem normal

Heat Stroke
Victim should receive immediate medical attention!
Flushed, hot, dry skin
Weak or rapid pulse
Shallow breathing
Lack of sweating
Throbbing headache
Dizziness
Nausea
Confusion
Unconsciousness.
Body temperature will be elevated