will my labs live in 100 degree weather outiside?? what prevent steps should i take to keep them alive?

Question

they live outside

Answer 1

Trust me, I have had two labs in 100+ weather. The best thing to do is get an igloo for your dogs (the large plastic ones run $75 and up, but house more than one dog.) There are also specialbowls that I get from pet smart with a strip you put in the freezer and then place in the bowel, so it keeps it chilled. I would advise to get them a hair cut to keep extra hair off, and perhaps you could get a small outdoor wadding pool.

Answer 2

They will live, for sure, but they definately won't thrive. Buy a kiddie pool. They are about 5 dollars at wal-mart, more for bigger ones.

Get your dogs used to the kiddie pool. You can also take a towel and sew straps onto the chest and ribs and wrap it around them and wet it down.

Try to cover as much of their living space with shade...or keep them inside, on a cemented area (it's cooler too) to sleep.

Also if their are fat, start feeding them less because labs naturally have fatty insulation, and they definately don't need it for 100 degree weather.

If you have extra ice, give it to them...

Answer 3

Do not subject a dog to arrival in 100 degree temperatures, such as in Texas, California, and other warmer climates if you can help it. But if you must, please make sure your pup has access to fresh clean water and shade throughout the day. If you have a doghouse put the door in the front middle and check and plug holes frequently as this design keeps the wind and weather out from the inside and keeps the dog safe. Dogs need to drink more during warm weather, especially after playing or walking outside. You may notice a change in your dog’s bathroom schedule as they drink more water during the summer months, so pay attention! Also watch for signs of heatstroke. Signs of heat stroke in a dog include heavy panting or labored breathing, bright red gums and tongue (in later stages the gums can turn blue or white), excessive drooling, loss of balance, or sudden lethargy. If you think your puppy has heat stroke, call your veterinarian immediately. You can help to cool your puppy off by hosing him down with cool water, offering small chips of ice cubes, and wrapping an ice pack in a dishtowel and applying to the dog’s body.
Heat is one of the most severe environmental stresses a dog can be subjected to. Major changes in body fluids and tissues associated with over heating is known as Hyperthermia. When they are outside in high temperatures, dogs need extra attention. If you still insist on having an outdoor dog, this is where I have the most problem with it. I can and have seen cases when the dog can't get access to shade or water. Maybe somebody puts water out, the dog drinks it, and drinks it,and drinks it, and then nobody replenishes it for hours and hours. And we all know how Labs are about water. The drink it like a baby drinks milk. I also want to caution pet owners not to shave their longhaired dogs in hot weather. The coats operate as air-filled buffers shielding the dog's skin from heat. If it's too hot for you, it's too hot for your animals. Please bring your animals inside.

Answer 4

Yes they will be okay. My lab loves to be outside. I make sure that she has cool water and plenty of it. Sometimes I even put ice cubes in the water. She likes to chew on them. She also has a kiddie pool with water in it, but do not fill so full that they can not lay comfortably and you might get one for each of the dogs. If you can not get them a kiddie pool you can either get a sprinkler or wet them down with the hose every so often

Answer 5

Well what we do for our dogs is we have their dog houses outside where they always have somewhere to go to get out of the sun. Also we have numerous waterbowls to let them drink out of. The cooler the water the better. At my parents house they have a huge metal tub for their dogs and they use it as a drinking bowl and a pool. we also got a kiddie pool for the dogs (when we were living with my parents when my husband and I were looking for a house) they loved it but you need to stay on top of it. My moms puppy would pee in it (once when I was standing in it playing with them--ewww) so we had to change the water. Also if it is under a tree (for shade) you have to clean the leaves out. Make sure there are plenty of places for them to lay out of the sun and make sure they have water. Dont listen to the people who are saying you shouldnt own a dog if it doesnt live inside. Do you think most farm dogs get to live inside. Doubt it and they survive just fine. Shaving your dogs is an option. I shave my golden because her hair is so thick and she seems to do better with a buzz cut. But beware the closer the shave the more likely they can sunburn. My german shepherd does fine with her hair (also because my husband refuses to let me shave her-he think she will be embarrassed, lol) through the summer months and here in Oklahoma it can be brutal. Also if you are home give them ice cubes for treats-it helps them cool of but doesnt make them sick by drinking too much cold water at once. Another thing you might try is freezing some 2 liter bottles (we did this for our rabbit) and place them in their dog houses (or wherever they lay) or place them in their water bucket to keep the water cool. Just a few ideas. Good luck and it can be done.

Answer 6

Your dogs need water all day long and shelter (shade). Also remember the pads of their feet can be injured by that heat. Grass would be very nice, but if they are in a shady area other ground coverings are o.k. Can they stay in the garage when it's real hot? The garage is usually cool for them.
If you can provide water for them to cool off in, they would love that also.
They have fur so they suffer more in the heat then we would.

Answer 7

They will be ok....make sure they ALWAYS have fresh cool water, and make sure they have somewhere to get out of the sun.......a tarp around the outside of the kennel works great for shade.....one other thing that helps and works great....is if you have room...put a plastic kiddie pool in the kennel with them....my dogs love this, make sure to clean it out at least every couple of days....they drink it, they play in the water....keeps them cool.

Answer 8

Make sure they have lots of shade and cool fresh water in the shade. Freeze water into a lunch box or two and put in their water bowl to help keep water cool.
Get them a wading pool in lie in and play in (make sure its in shade)

Answer 9

if you cant have them inside with the ac on blast. you should have plenty of cold water for them and make sure they have a doggy house that keeps the cold in and heat out and have them under the shade

Answer 10

It will be tough on them. Can't they stay in the A/C with you ?? Be sure that they have shade and plenty of water.