You do everything to give your dog the best care possible so make sure you know how to protect them in the summer months and what to watch out for.

2. As the weather is warming
up it’s essential to know how
to protect your dog in the
summer months.

3. From ample play time
and buying the finest
food to getting the best
pet health insurance
available, you do
everything to give your
dog the best possible
care.

5. What Are The Symptoms of Heat
Stroke in Dogs?
Panting is a normal
physiologic response to
heat, but if after taking a
break your pet continues
to pant heavily, it is
possible they could be
showing signs of a heat
stroke.

6. What Are The Symptoms of Heat
Stroke in Dogs?
– Heavy panting
– Difficulty breathing
– Bright red gums
– Inability to walk straight
– Vomiting
– Diarrhea
– Collapsing
Signs of
heat stroke
can
include:

7. What Should I Do If I Suspect Heat
Stroke?
Heat stroke is a medical emergency and
requires immediate veterinary attention.

8. What Should I Do If I Suspect Heat
Stroke?
NEVER douse your
pet in cold water
put move your pet
to a cool area,
provide water, and
seek immediate
help.

9. Are Some Dog Breeds More
Susceptible to Heat Stroke?
NOYES

10. Are Some Dog Breeds More
Susceptible to Heat Stroke?
Any breed with
a short or flat
nose is at an
increased risk of
having a heat
stroke.

11. Are Some Dog Breeds More
Susceptible to Heat Stroke?
Having a shorter nose compromises dogs ability
to breath more effectively so it can limit their
capability to cool themselves in situations with
excessive heat and exercise.

12. Are Some Dog Breeds More
Susceptible to Heat Stroke?
• Example of such
dogs include:
• English Bulldogs
• French Bulldogs
• Pugs
• Shih Tzus

13. Try to avoid the heat of midday sun and
always provide shade and water when
playing with your dog in the Summertime.