The National Disaster Prevention and Response Service issued a red alert for Santiago Given the temperature forecast around 37°C. Added to this are the powerful storms expected across the entire region, which have already left two people dead just at the beginning of the year.
The heat wave affecting the metropolitan area has led to the cancellation of some events, e.g The third grade prom, which was scheduled for Saturday, January 11, has been postponed to March.
In light of the alert issued by Senapred, Questions about animal welfare have arisen in this context. Many experts have shared their knowledge to prevent furry animals in the home from suffering the consequences of heat.
How to care for animals amid high temperatures
It must be remembered that neither dogs nor cats have sweat glands, so they do not sweat. Panting is his way of quickly exchanging hot air from his lungs Fresh air.
Although it is a physiological response of the body, Excessive intake can be a sign of heatstroke. Therefore, to avoid reaching this point, it is important to follow the following recommendations:
- Place pets in a cool place
- Always keep fresh water
- Take them for a walk early in the morning or at night to avoid the highest temperatures.
- Avoid intense exercise
- We don’t dress them, let alone trim their fur if it’s not necessary.
- Before leaving it is necessary to check the floor temperature
- Cool your head and neck with water
- If you must go out during the hot hours, try to keep your walk short.
- Feed them in the morning and evening
- Prepare new bites
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