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Heat stroke<br />
Leaving the pet in the car in summer can easily cause overheating or, in the most<br />
serious cases, heat stroke because of the high air temperature.<br />
Indications:<br />
• lethargy up to unconsciousness of the pet<br />
• irregular and shallow respiration<br />
• high but weak pulse rate<br />
• mucous membranes are dry<br />
• gums and lips are dark red<br />
• body surface feels warm<br />
• diarrhoea and vomiting can occur<br />
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What to do:<br />
1. Take your pet to a cool place immediately.<br />
2. Check breathing, pulse and body temperature (rectally).<br />
3. Lay your pet in a position which allows the pet to breathe easily.<br />
4. Start by cooling down the pet slowly beginning at the extremities. To do so you<br />
can either use a cool and damp cloth or carefully give your pet a shower with cool<br />
water (do not rush since it could be too much for the weak circulation).<br />
5. In case your pet has thick fur, make sure the cooling water reaches the skin.<br />
6. Check the success of your <strong>und</strong>ertakings by taking the body temperature again<br />
(thermometer, rectally).<br />
7. Offer water to drink in small sips.<br />
Insect bites or stings<br />
Normally single bee or wasp stings are not very dangerous for the pet. They might<br />
lead to reddening and swelling possibly accompanied by itchiness. Multiple bites<br />
or stings might become dangerous because of the added toxic effect. If the sting is<br />
in the area of mouth or throat, this can hinder breathing fast. Allergic reactions are<br />
also possible. Watch your pet carefully after an insect bite or sting and contact a<br />
veterinarian if this should become necessary.<br />
What to do:<br />
Remove the sting with tweezers as soon as possible to stop further toxin entering<br />
the body. Cool the bite or sting with an ice pack and place an insect bite pad on it.<br />
Make sure the pet does not lick the sting or bite continuously.<br />
Ticks<br />
What to do:<br />
Push away the fur aro<strong>und</strong> the tick. Grip the tick’s head with the tweezer hook<br />
without squeezing the tick’s body (see picture page 8). Draw or twist out the tick<br />
carefully but fast. The disinfect the skin area thoroughly with alcohol pads. If the tick<br />
cannot be removed completely, please consult a veterinarian.<br />
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