What to do if a Samoyed suffers from heat stroke
Recently, high temperatures have persisted in many parts of the country, and heat stroke incidents have occurred frequently among pets. Dog breeds with double coats such as Samoyeds are particularly susceptible to heat stroke. This article combines hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days to sort out the prevention and first aid measures for Samoyed heat stroke, and provides structured data reference.
1. High-risk factors for heat stroke in Samoyeds
| risk factors | Specific performance | Statistics (last 10 days) |
|---|---|---|
| High temperature environment | The risk increases significantly when the temperature is >30℃ | Pet hospital admissions increased by 42% |
| strenuous exercise | Walking/playing the dog during hot weather | 68% of heat stroke cases are related to this |
| Confined space | Poorly ventilated places such as cars/balconies | 25% of heatstroke cases are caused by being stuck in a car |
2. Identification of heat stroke symptoms (golden 30 minutes)
According to the recommendations of your pet doctor, immediate intervention is required if the following symptoms occur:
| Symptom level | clinical manifestations | Urgency |
|---|---|---|
| Mild | Shortness of breath, increased salivation, and decreased appetite | ★★☆ |
| Moderate | Purple tongue, unsteady gait, vomiting and diarrhea | ★★★ |
| Severe | Convulsions and coma, body temperature >41°C, pupils dilated | Need to be sent to hospital immediately |
3. Five steps for emergency treatment
1.transfer environment: Immediately move the dog to a cool place, preferably an air-conditioned room (keep around 26°C)
2.physical cooling: Wipe the foot pads/groin with cold water (not ice water). Do not allow ice packs to come into direct contact with the skin.
3.hydration: Provide normal temperature water, a small amount of electrolytes can be added (required for pets only)
4.Monitor body temperature: Measure the rectal temperature every 5 minutes and stop cooling when it drops to 39°C
5.emergency medical: When severe symptoms occur, send to the hospital while cooling down (call in advance)
4. Preventive measures (necessary in summer)
| prevention project | specific plan | effectiveness |
|---|---|---|
| dog walking time | When the surface temperature in the morning and evening is <35℃ | Reduce risk by 75% |
| hair management | Comb the undercoat regularly and avoid shaving. | Thermal insulation effect increased by 40% |
| Cooling equipment | Cooling pad/circulating water pad | Body temperature decreases by 5-8℃ |
5. Hot topics on the entire network
1.Controversial topics: Should I shave my Samoyed? Experts point out that shaving destroys the natural insulation layer and recommend that only the hair on the soles of the feet and belly be trimmed.
2.emerging products: Search volume for pet ice scarf increased by 210% week-on-week, but care must be taken to prevent excessive cold stimulation
3.Classic misunderstanding: More than 35% of owners mistakenly use alcohol to wipe to cool down, which may cause poisoning
Warm reminder:The thick coat of the Samoyed is both a thermal layer and an insulating layer. In summer, you need to pay more attention to hair care rather than simply shaving it. If you find that your dog has heat stroke, please stay calm, follow the steps, and contact a professional pet hospital immediately if necessary.
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