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…captures air and acts as an insulator, trapping heat in the winter and deflecting heat in the summer. Dog breeds such as Labradors, huskies, shepherds and golden retrievers have a…
…as this can make heat stroke worse Contact your veterinarian Note: An episode of heat stroke can predispose animals to future problems with heat stress. More Like This: 12 things…
…when it’s cooler, reducing the chances of your pet getting heatstroke. Be prepared: When hiking, camping or going to the beach, make sure you bring along a water bowl and…
…against both cold and heat, so keeping it clean and well-maintained helps regulate their body temperature. Brushing removes excess fur and prevents mats that can trap heat and moisture, potentially…
…top 5 summer pet hazards Helping your pets in an air quality advisory How businesses can help with pet summer heat safety Tips for keeping pets cool Easy ways to…
A dog who was spotted in a crate strapped to the back of an RV driving along Highway 1 during a record heat wave on June 28 has been seized…
The BC SPCA strongly encourages people to leave pets at home in hot weather. However, if you do have customers who have brought pets with them, here are some of…
…leave your dog at home where there’s more space, water and shade. Dealing with pet heatstroke Signs of heatstroke in dogs includes: Exaggerated panting (or the sudden stopping of panting);…
…on a warm day. Cats and dogs have sensitive paw pads that become vulnerable in the heat. Surfaces such as pavement, asphalt and artificial grass can become searingly hot causing…
A man who left three dogs tied in the back of a parked pickup truck in the heat of summer has been charged with animal cruelty. William Hayward faces charges…
…the case suggest the young, female boxer-cross likely died from hyperthermia before being tossed in the dumpster. “Based on the necropsy results we believe the dog died from extreme heat…
…ventilation, light, space, exercise or veterinary care i) kept in conditions that are unsanitary ii) not protected from excessive heat or cold b) injured, sick, in pain or suffering, or…
…paws. Aim for walks during the early morning or late evening when temperatures are cooler. Learn to recognize signs of heatstroke. Symptoms of heatstroke in pets include excessive panting, drooling,…
Kitten season is the time of year when the most kittens come into SPCA care. Female cats go into heat when the days get longer and can have multiple litters…
…and ideally contain animals indoors at night. Spay and neuter your pets. Coyotes are attracted to and can mate with unspayed or unneutered dogs. Unspayed female dogs in heat will…
