2006-07-12 08:03:03 · 17 answers · asked by katesull4 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Summer
Dogs must be protected from the sun and heat even more than their owners. Dogs can
suffer from heat stroke if they are kept in an unventilated home or car. Animals in hot weather are susceptible to sunburn, heat exhaustion and heat stroke, all of which
may lead to serious medical problems.
The following few steps will help you make the summer
a safer and healthier time for your pets
Never leave a dog in a car unattended. Interior car temperatures will rise dangerously high in a matter of minutes.
If you are outside with your pet, always supply cool water. In really hot weather or high humidity, discourage your pet from excessive exercise, such as running.
In very humid weather never leave your pet outside.
Leave your pet indoors in an area with good ventilation (ie. fans) and lots of fresh cool water.
If it is extremely humid in your home you might wish to sponge down your dog with cool water before you leave for the day. This will help them to remain cool for a while after you leave.
Limit the time your dog spends in the sun, especially light-haired animals with little fur coverage.
Try not to let your pet outside between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
You may wish to apply strong sunscreen to sun prone areas on your pet like the top of the nose, ear tips and belly. Be sure to check with your vet before applying any sunscreen to your pet.
Avoid shaving your dog too close to the skin during the summer months as you are exposing its skin to the perils of sunburn
2006-07-13 09:09:04 · answer #1 · answered by romance_german_shepherds 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely, yes, a puppy needs sunscreen. Because our pH balances are different, however, there are new products (sunscreens) specially formulated for pets. I'd look at www.1800PetMeds.com and search for sunscreen on there. You could also use a very high SPF human sunscreen on your dog, but be sure to clean him or her off after your day in the sun (such as a good 20 minute hose-down when you get home). It's also a good idea to get the blue sunscreen most life-guards will use on their noses and put it on your dogs nose--especially if his nose is pink and not the typical black. If anything, this will be the spot the dog will get burnt the fastest and the most. You can also get creams for their pads, which is very important for them. If the sand is too hot for you to walk barefoot on, it'll be too hot for your little pooch too. His paws can be burnt from hot sand and this will cause MAJOR discomfort.
2006-07-12 08:10:43 · answer #2 · answered by Adoption P 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you will be out in the sun for an extended period, it is best to use a non-toxic sunscreen on any exposed flesh, such as ears and nose. Especially if your dog has short white or light hair. Other than that, make sure your dog *always* has shade when outside, and never leave them in excessive heat for long periods of time. And yes, plenty of fresh water, too.
2006-07-12 09:33:18 · answer #3 · answered by doldaggabuzzbuzz 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
We live at the lake. Some of us locals use sunscreen on our critters. We do this because some of the dogs peel after their skin has been exposed for too long. Not my dogs, but others.
I have Portuguese Water Dogs(long fur) and Yorkies. Again, long fur.
Dogs that have used sunscreen-all the short haired ones.
2006-07-12 09:30:47 · answer #4 · answered by h2odog2006 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
One must always provide some form of shelter from the sun,wind, rain or snow. If there isn't any shelter for the dog rig something up. If the dog has been lying in the sun by choice don't worry - some just like to soak up the sun. Always provide plenty of water also.
2006-07-12 08:15:17 · answer #5 · answered by curiousgeorge 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think common sense in hot weather for animals is required. If it is too hot, then bring them in to a cooler area. Animals can get overheated too. We built a lean to for the dogs when they are out, that way they always have a place to get out of the sun but have circulation (dog houses can become extremely hot) We also have a couple children's swimming pools for them to lay in if they want This weekend we are getting into the triple digits and very humid, all the dogs will be inside the house.
2006-07-12 08:11:53 · answer #6 · answered by Sal 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Actually you are supposed to use sunscreen on dogs. A little around their nose and ears. Make sure they have plenty of water and dont keep them out too long.
2006-07-12 08:17:46 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You can put sunscreen on your dog. If you have a long haired shaggy dog I wouldn't try it. But people that have Shar-peis put sunscreen on their dogs. Just don't leave your dog out in the sun too long. They may get sunburn or heat stroke!
2006-07-12 08:12:52 · answer #8 · answered by JeSuSrOcKz! 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
no no no!!!!!!!! That could harm the fur and skin. if he/she is in the sun for a while put her/him in the house with a few fans on to cool off. After about 30 min. let him back out. Our u can give him a 5 minute swim!!! Make sure he/she is in heat for about 3 hours before doing this though. Otherwise it is fine.
~*Alyssa*~
2006-07-12 08:09:06 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
offer water at all times and if you are planning on being in the sun and your dog has long hair either clip it or have it clipped. also some dogs like ice cubes. it is a source of water, it is something to chew and it is very cool on a hot day.
2006-07-12 08:07:58 · answer #10 · answered by mocha8012 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋