Signs your dog is overheating with Dr. Laura Brown

Overheated dogs can suffer heat exhaustion, heat stroke or sudden death from cardiac arrhythmias. Panting, followed by disorientation and fast, noisy breathing could signal overheating. Other possible signs: Collapsing or convulsing, bright red or blue gums, vomiting and diarrhea.

1. Move your dog to a cooler location + encourage them to drink.
2. Spray and soak their coat with tepid, lukewarm water.
3. Blow air over your dog.
4. Ice pack your dogs groin, armpits + neck area.
5. Placing soaked towels over your dog.