Can you harm your dog by giving him ICE in his
water??
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| Abby Schweikher |
Summer is officially here, and as the weather
gets warmer, you may be trying to keep your pets cool. But a
new online article warning that giving dogs ice cubes or ice
water can be dangerous, or even deadly, is FALSE.
In the post, which has gone viral on Facebook and Twitter, a
pet owner claims her dog almost died after she gave it ice
cubes.
The article claims ice can make a dog's stomach muscles
cramp, causing it to bloat, flip, and quickly kill the dog.
But veterinarians we talked to say that's simply not true, and
many pet advocacy groups have posted online to debunk the
hoax.
Because we are getting into the summer months, the hottest
time of year in Central Florida and for most of the country,
this does bring up a good reminder on how to properly
protect your pets from the heat.
Dogs are much more susceptible to heatstroke than humans.
One reason: They wear their fur coats year-round, and while
dogs do have sweat glands on their feet, they don't have
them
on the rest of their body.
So, make sure your furry friend gets plenty of fresh water —
and it's OK to cool them down with ice or ice water.
When your pets do play outside, make sure they play in a
shady area.
Above all, never leave your dog in the car, even for a minute
or two. It only takes a matter of minutes for the temperature
inside a hot car that's turned off to jump to over 100 degrees.
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Signs of dehydration in dogs
What Is Dehydration?
Dehydration is a lack of water in the body, and can cause
serious complications for pets and people alike. Water is
essential to all living beings, including dogs, who depend
on proper daily fluid intake to maintain appropriate
health. It makes up 80 percent of your dog’s body, and
dissolves natural and unnatural substances as well as
serves as the root of all his biological processes, including
circulation, digestion and waste removal.
What Causes Dehydration in Dogs?
Dehydration occurs when fluid levels drop to less than
normal. This is due to either reduced water intake or
increased fluid loss. Fluid loss can be due to overheating
in hot weather or a bout of vomiting or diarrhea,
especially in puppies.
What Are the General Symptoms of Dehydration in
Dogs?
Keep reading HERE
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| Clifford Watt |