Furry Friends Pet Care
Health Care Tips
POISIONOUS PLANTS:
LILLIES
SAGO PALM IF YOU SUSPECT YOUR PET HAS INGESTED A TOXIC SUBSTANCE,PLEASE CALL
TULIP / NARCISSUS BULBS YOUR VETERINARIAN, OR THE SPCA ANIMAL POISON CENTER'S 24HR HOTLINE
AZALEA /RHODODENDRON AT (888) 426-4435 . TRAINED TOXICOLOGISTS WILL CONSIDER THE AGE,HEALTH OF YOUROLEANDER PET, WHAT AND HOW MUCH HE ATE/DRANK, AND THEN A RECCOMENDATION- CASTOR BEAN WHETHER TO INDUCE VOMITING-BASED ON THIER ASSESSMENT.
CYCLAMEN
KALANCHOE
YEW
AMARYLLIS
AUTUMN CROCUS
CHRYSANTHEMUM
ENGLISH IVY
PEACE LILY(AKA MAUNA LOA PEACE LILY)
POTHOS
SCHEFFLERA
Signs of Heat Stroke
The following signs may indicate heat stroke in a dog:
Increased rectal temperature (over 104° requires action, over 106° is a dire emergency)
Vigorous panting
Dark red gums
Tacky or dry mucus membranes (specifically the gums)
Lying down and unwilling (or unable) to get up
Collapse and/or loss of consciousness
Thick saliva
Dizziness or disorientation
What to do if You Suspect Heat Stroke
If you have even the slightest suspicion that your dog is suffering from heat stoke, you must take immediate action.
First, move your dog out of the heat and away from the sun right away.
Begin cooling your dog by placing cool, wet rags or washcloths on the body - especially the foot pads and around the head.
DO NOT use ice or very cold water! Extreme cold can cause the blood vessels to constrict, preventing the body's core from cooling and actually causing the internal temperature to further rise. In addition, over-cooling can cause hypothermia, introducing a host of new problems. When the body temperature reaches 103°, stop cooling.
Offer your dog cool water, but do not force water into your dog's mouth.
Call or visit your vet right away - even if your dog seems better. Internal damage might not be obvious to the naked eye, so an exam is necessary (and further testing may be recommended).
