What to do if a golden retriever suffers from heatstroke and diarrhea? ——Comprehensive analysis and response guide
Recently, high temperatures have persisted in many parts of the country, and heatstroke incidents among pets have occurred frequently. As a medium-to-large dog breed, Golden Retrievers are a group with a high risk of heat stroke due to their thick hair and lively and active nature. The following is compiled based on the hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days.Response plan for golden retriever heatstroke and diarrhea, including symptom recognition, first aid measures, and prevention recommendations.
1. The core symptoms of golden retriever heatstroke and diarrhea
| Symptom type | Specific performance | Hazard level |
|---|---|---|
| Abnormal body temperature | Rectal temperature >39.5℃, tongue turns purple | ★★★★★ |
| digestive system | Watery diarrhea and blood-streaked vomitus | ★★★★ |
| nervous system | Convulsions, confusion, ataxia | ★★★★★ |
| circulatory system | Heartbeat >140 beats/minute, mucous membrane congestion | ★★★ |
2. Five steps for emergency treatment
1.Cool down quickly: Immediately move to a cool place and moisten the abdomen, foot pads and other blood vessel-intensive areas with cold water (not ice water)
2.Hydration strategy: Feed 5-10ml electrolyte water every 15 minutes (recipe: 1L water + 1 teaspoon salt + 2 teaspoons sugar)
3.pharmacological intervention: Montmorillonite powder (50mg per kg of body weight) can relieve diarrhea, but veterinary guidance is required
4.physical monitoring: Measure rectal temperature every 10 minutes, aiming to drop below 39℃
5.medical transport: If convulsions occur or the body temperature is >41°C, you need to go to the hospital immediately and keep your neck stretched during the journey.
3. Comparison of preventive measures data
| prevention program | Implementation effect | cost budget |
|---|---|---|
| pet cooling pad | Reduce body surface temperature by 2-3°C | 50-200 yuan |
| Shaving service | Reduce heat accumulation by 30% (retain 2cm protective layer) | 100-300 yuan/time |
| Smart water dispenser | Increase water intake by 40% | 150-500 yuan |
| Dog walking time adjustment | Avoid the high temperature period from 10:00-16:00 | 0 cost |
4. Questions and answers related to hot topics
Q: Do I need to fast after having diarrhea with blood due to heat stroke?
A: You need to fast but not drink water for the first 6 hours. After that, you can feed low-fat prescription food (such as Hills i/d) in small amounts 4-6 times a day.
Q: Can the Huoxiang Zhengqi water circulated on the Internet be used?
A: Not recommended! This drug contains 40-50% alcohol. Dogs have a very poor ability to metabolize alcohol and may aggravate liver damage.
5. Nutritional supplement program during recovery period
| Nutrients | Recommended food | daily dosage |
|---|---|---|
| electrolyte | Special rehydration salt for pets | 50ml/kg body weight |
| Probiotics | Saccharomyces boulardii | 1 billion CFU/kg |
| protein | Boiled chicken breast | 15g/kg body weight |
| dietary fiber | pumpkin puree | 5g/kg body weight |
Special reminder:According to pet hospital statistics, golden retriever heat stroke cases have increased by 35% year-on-year since July, 80% of which occurred during the afternoon dog walking period. Recommended"Palm Test": Place the back of your hand against the ground for 5 seconds. If you feel hot, you should never go out.
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