Heat

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Summertime Dehydration and Your Dog
Dogs get hot faster than people, and it’s easy for even the healthiest of dogs to become dehydrated.
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When is Dog Panting Abnormal?
Panting is not always normal in dogs. Learn when you should take notice, and what conditions and diseases could be causing your dog to pant.
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Heat Stroke in Dogs: Test Your Knowledge with This Quiz! Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Heat Stroke in Dogs: Test Your Knowledge with This Quiz!
Every year too many dogs die as a result of heat stroke. Find out if you're ready to keep your dog protected.
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Hiking Causes Three Dogs to Die, One to Faint: How to Keep Your Dog Safe A Pet's Life
Hiking Causes Three Dogs to Die, One to Faint: How to Keep Your Dog Safe
In Little Rock, AK 3 dogs have died and one passed out while hiking in the month of July. Another reminder to keep your dog cool and to avoid/recognize the signs of heat stroke and hiking safety.
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Carrie Underwood is Smashing Cars: It’s Not What you Think A Pet's Life
Carrie Underwood is Smashing Cars: It’s Not What you Think
Country singer and new mom, Carrie Underwood is making headlines after her dogs managed to lock themselves and her 4-month-old son in the car.
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Can Cats Get Heat Stroke? Cat Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Can Cats Get Heat Stroke?
Yes! Cat's can get heatstroke, just like dogs. Learn how you will know if your cat is too hot this summer.
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8 Tips to Cool Your Dog on a Hot Summer Day Dog Checkups & Preventive Care
8 Tips to Cool Your Dog on a Hot Summer Day
When you're hot, your dog is just as hot. Here are some great tips on how to cool the pup down!
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Help Your Cat Beat the Heat This Summer! Cat Checkups & Preventive Care
Help Your Cat Beat the Heat This Summer!
While cats tend tolerate the heat a little better than dogs, and even prefer it, that doesn’t mean that you should forget about your cat this summer!
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Keep Your Dog Cool This Summer: Heatstroke, Part I Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Keep Your Dog Cool This Summer: Heat Stroke, Part I
As August approaches, peak summer heat does too. While I still want you and Fido to spend time outside this summer, it’s really important to know how to do so safely.
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Keep Your Dog Cool This Summer: Heat Stroke, Part II Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Keep Your Dog Cool This Summer: Heat Stroke, Part II
Regardless of what the temperature or humidity is, always monitor your dog carefully for signs of fatigue or heat stroke. The sooner you notice these signs, the sooner you should stop any form of exercise, cool down your dog, and seek veterinary attention.
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