☀️ When the summer heat kicks in, we all put on our sun hats, fill a travel bottle with water and head to the nearest park or beach to keep cool. Make sure that, in the hustle and bustle of summertime activities, you are also taking your pet’s health and hydration into account. A lack of water intake can cause dehydration in pets, particularly in hot weather, which, if not quickly tended to, can lead to a medical emergency. Make sure you are keeping an eye out for the signs of dehydration in your pet, especially when participating in outdoor activities.
SIGNS OF DEHYDRATION:
- Loss of skin elasticity
- Loss of appetite
- Vomiting
- Reduced energy levels and lethargy
- Excessive panting
- Sunken, dry-looking eyes
- Dry nose
- Dry, sticky gums
- Thick saliva
If your pet is showing any of the signs listed above, take them to the vet immediately. The vet can administer fluids quickly to replace the hydration that has been lost.¹ Avoiding a potential dehydration emergency is easy by following a few tips that help keep your pet hydrated!
WAYS TO PREVENT DEHYDRATION:
- Always provide fresh, clean drinking water at home
- Feed a raw diet which naturally contains more moisture than kibble diets
- Add additional moisture, like bone broth, goat milk or wet food, to your pet’s current meal
- Bring along a travel bottle made for pets on all outings
Ensuring your pet always has clean water available and including moisture in their meals will keep them feeling great, even through the heat. We have a bounty of products available that will help keep your pet hydrated all summer long!
PRODUCTS WE RECOMMEND TO PREVENT DEHYDRATION:
Ceramic or Stainless Steel Bowls
Frozen Raw Pet Food
Raw food diets are moisture-heavy meals that mirror what your pet’s ancestors would’ve chosen in the wild and provides them with the necessary nutrients and hydration to keep them feeling their best. We offer a wide variety of frozen raw options for dogs and cats. Place your pickup order online now and our store team will alert you when it's ready for you!
Wet Food For Dogs & Cats
Bone Broth
Travel Bowls
SPOT'S FINAL THOUGHTS
¹https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/warning-signs-dehydration-dogs/
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