Heatstroke

This often occurs if the dog is kept shut up in a house or car without shade, ventilation or water. It can also happen as a result of the dog getting overexcited or being under stress; i.e. at dog shows. Signs are panting, slobbering, vomiting and diarrhoea, raised temperature and ultimately collapse and coma.

Remove dog from hot spot into cool or shady area.

Soak the dog with cold water from a hose or immerse his in a ice bath and gently massage the legs and body until you reach the vet or the animal’s temperature returns to normal. Gently dry dog with towel. If the dog is conscious, give him small amounts of water. Give artificial respiration if necessary.