Over the last few weeks we have seen several animals for sever dehydration. Unfortunately we could not save them all. Please read the tips below and keep your pet safe in hot weather.
Preventing Dehydration
· Make certain your pet has fresh water at all times.
· Provide outside animals with shade (considering movement of shade) and plenty of fresh water in the shade in containers that won’t tip over. Containers should be set in the ground several inches.
· Make sure there are no objects for tethered dogs to wrap their chains around, preventing access to water.
· Provide water close-in as chains can shorten simply by twisting if the dog moves in a circle.
· Take along plenty of water for your dog and offer it frequently when traveling or participating in outside activities.
· If your dog refuses to drink, check in his mouth for something stuck. If there’s no obvious reason for refusal to drink, consult a veterinarian.
· If you see a dog without access to water, report it to authorities immediately.
Read more: http://dog-care.suite101.com/article.cfm/dogs_and_dehydration#ixzz0OvF46yPj
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