my cat got heat stroke today it was so scary :( he’s home and recovering now but wauugghhhhh this fucking heatwave in the PNW is no fucking joke, we’re not acclimated to this and neither are our pets, keep your babies inside and watered don’t be like me and have to have a public meltdown in a humane society vet wing
here’s the pissed off charcoal lump himself recovering in our nice cool dark room with his personal charcuterie platter
It can be hard to spot sometimes so keep an eye out for the signs, also cats do not naturally pant like a dog! If your cat is panting they are overheating!
If your pet is showing signs of heat stroke call your vet! In the mean time do what you can to cool them off such as putting wet towels on them, going in a cooler room, and giving them access to water. Do not dowse them in freezing cold water, a drastic temperature change from very hot to very cold can cause other dangerous issues. It’s very similar to treating heatstroke in humans, get out of the heat but don’t freeze.
[Image description: Two charts as posted by medianox-astrum.
The first chart lists “5 signs of heat stroke in dogs” next to a photo of a dog:
1. Excessive & ongoing panting 2. Brick-red or blue-purple gums 3. Lethargic, collapsed, seizures 4. Excessive drooling 5. History of exercise on a hot day, being left unattended in a hot car, or unable to get out of the sun. If you suspect your dog is suffering from heat stroke then you need to contact your vet immediately!
The second chart lists “5 signs of heat stroke in cats” next to photos of kittens:
1. Open-mouthed breathing or panting 2. Brick-red or blue-purple gums 3. Lethargic, collapsed, seizures 4. Excessive drooling 5. History of being left unattended in a hot car, or unable to get out of the sun (e.g., tick paralysis) If you suspect your cat is suffering from heat stroke then you need to contact your vet immediately!
Both images are sourced from www.drbelindathevet.com . End description.]