Summer is here and it’s about to get hot, so it’s time to get outside and who better to come with us than our pets. However, it is important to be mindful of how our furry buddies are dealing with the heat. High body temperatures can lead to heat stroke which can be deadly to your pet.
Heat stroke happens when the body's temperature rises too high and cannot cool itself down.
Temperatures above 103 degrees Fahrenheit are considered abnormal, over 106 F is considered heat stroke, and 107-109 F is when widespread organ damage occurs leading to serious illness and often death.
All companion animals are at serious risk in the Okanagan due to soaring temperatures in the summer months, and their limited ability to cool themselves with thick fur coats. While heat stroke can occur in any warm condition, animals are most at risk for heat stroke when doing vigorous exercise in warm temperatures, when adequate shade and water are unavailable, or when left in a hot car or building.
To find out more about pets most at risk for heat stroke and what you can do to prevent it from happening, watch the video below.
