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4 x August 2022 x Living Well Extreme temperatures and booming sounds can have big impacts on pets. With record-breaking heat across much of the nation, the experts at Freshpet are helping pet parents with the following tips to help keep their pets healthy and safe this summer. Heat Heat stroke can occur quickly in dogs. Without the ability to sweat the same way humans do, it’s important for pet parents to understand ways to cool their pets down when temperatures rise and how to avoid common mistakes to keep their pets safe. “Just because we can manage the heat and humidity, doesn’t mean our pets can,” said Dr. Aziza Glass, Freshpet’s expert veterinarian. “Our pets are vulnerable to temperatures over 80 F. However, there are things we can do to keep our pets safe and protected from heat-related injuries, and some may come as a surprise.” Vet-Approved Tips to Help Keep Pets Safe • Limit time outdoors. While outdoor activities are typically recommended for pets, their inability to sweat the same way humans do can cause them to heat up quickly. Limit walks to early morning or after the sun sets and stay indoors as much as possible the rest of the day. • Fill their water bowls. Just like humans, clean water is essential for helping pets manage the heat. Cool water can help cool down your pet’s body temperature. Moisturerich fresh food like options from Freshpet — made with 100% farmraised chicken, beef or fish and allnatural fruits and veggies — can also help with hydration. • Avoid shaving your pet. While summer cuts for long-haired dogs are OK, shaving your pet can expose his or her skin to harmful sun damage and cause overheating more quickly. interpret sound frequencies audibly and physically, dogs’ sensitivities to loud noises mean some celebrations can make for particularly anxious events. While some dogs hide Photo courtesy of Getty Images Help protect your pet from heat stroke with access to plenty of cool, clean water. BACK TO SCHOOL SMILES! CALL TODAY TO SET UP YOUR NEXT APPOINTMENT! PLEASE CALL OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE INFO! WWW.WINDERMEREDENTIST.COM // 407.258.1330 4769 THE GROVE DR. SUITE 100 WINDERMERE, FL 34786 Dr. Glass recommends pet parents educate themselves on how to recognize heat stroke. Heavy panting, drooling, high body temperature, increased heart rate and fatigue are some signs of heat stroke in dogs. “If you believe your dog is having a heat stroke, bring him or her indoors immediately to help cool down,” she said. “A common mistake is putting the pet in a cold ice bath. That can actually shock the system and cause quick changes in blood pressure. Instead, soak a towel in room temperature water and wipe your dog down to start the cooling process. Afterwards, proceed immediately to your primary care veterinarian or closest emergency center.” Thunderstorms & Fireworks Booming sounds and crackling fireworks can send some pets into sensory overdrive. According to Dr. Glass, with an elevated ability to under beds or jump fences to flee the sounds, there are ways to help make noises less stressful for canine companions. • Create a calm environment. Be aware if you or your neighbors plan to launch fireworks. If so, create a space to help your dog deal with the noise. A sound machine, lavender oil on his or her collar, and blankets can help. • Remain indoors. Avoid taking your dog outside if a storm is nearby. A dog’s first reaction may be to flee from the noise and search for a safe spot, placing him or her in more danger. • Stay close. Pets feel less anxious when they feel safe. Make sure you or someone they feel safe with is by their side until the loud noises are over, offering comfort, treats and affection throughout the event. For more summer safety tips for pets, visit freshpet.com. Source: Freshpet (Family Features) ª
www.SouthwestOrlandoBulletin.com x August 4 — 17, 2022 x 13 n Bay Hill IN YOURNEIGHBORHOOD compiled by Lauren Salinero magazine. Stephanie was also selected as a 2022 Florida Super Lawyer. Bay Hill resident Richard D. West was named to the Florida 2022 Super Lawyers Top 50 list of outstanding attorneys in Orlando. Richard has attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement in his successful 40-year career. n Dr. Phillips Richard D. West of Bay Hill makes the Florida 2022 Super Lawyers Top 50 list. Dr. Phillips resident and Shuffield- Lowman partner Stephanie L. Cook was recognized in the 2022 edition of Florida Trend magazine’s Florida Legal Elite. The list of 1,122 honorees represents just over 1% of active Florida Bar members. Florida Trend collects ballots from Florida Bar members, asking lawyers to name attorneys whom they hold in the highest regard and would recommend to others, and the results of the annual survey are published in Florida Trend Shereen Kassam of Dr. Phillips recently gave a TEDx Talk titled “Chicken Wings Made Me Unstoppable.” In 12 minutes, she shared how to become unstoppable by embracing the lesson of the chicken wing and the ability to “resauce” yourself. Shereen grew up in Bay Hill and is a Lake Highland Preparatory School alumna. She was also named Florida’s Funniest Female, has toured internationally and appeared on HBO and NBC as a stand-up comedian. She is the previous winner of the Orlando Improv Clash of the Comics and the Brickell Comedy Festival. Her TEDx Talk, can be viewed online at www.youtube. com/watch?t=9&v=kchNWYVUqaw &feature=youtu.be. n Windermere Alyssa Risinger, a Windermere native, was initiated into the Harding University Circle of Omicron Delta Kappa, the National Leadership Honor Society. The organization welcomed 320 new initiates from 15 universities during May 2022. Students initiated into the society must be sophomores, juniors, seniors CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 Guillermo J. Nazario, D.C.
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