Walking Your Dog In Severe Weather

 

There are dog breeds that are very vulnerable to extreme temperatures.  Your pet’s tolerance to extreme cold and hot weather will be dependent largely on his hair coat, health, composition, body size, and a lot of various factors.  Dogs breeds that have short noses (brachycephalic) like bulldogs and pugs, usually have it rough when the ambient temperature is warmer.  Therefore, if you are walking your pet, ensure that you take shorter walks or take rest often.  The recommendation is that outside activities have to be done in the late afternoon or early morning when the temperature is cooler.  Should you be feeling warm, then your pet is probably feeling warmer.  When walking, always be alert for signs that your dog is experiencing heat stress, such as weakness, anxiety, pale gums, excessive drooling, or less responsiveness than usual.  If you observe any of these, take your pet to the closest veterinary cleaning right away.  These signs are important indicators that the animal is experiencing heatstroke and could be fatal without immediate veterinary intervention. Take your pet to the nearest vet Roanoke, VA immediately.