Un experto da cinco consejos para proteger a tu gato del calor extremo. Incluye cómo evitar el golpe de calor, mantenerlo hidratado y protegerlo del sol directo durante los días más calurosos.
With the arrival of warm weather and high temperatures, it is common for anyone who lives with a cat to wonder how to keep them away from the dangers of heat. In order to achieve this, in this video by an animal expert, we are going to compile the best tips to protect cats from the heat, guarantee their well being and prevent them from suffering from serious health problems. Let's get started. Cats like the heat, yes, of course they love lying in the sun or next to the heat of a radiator. However, when temperatures are high, they must also protect themselves from the sun's rays as excessive heat can cause serious complications such as heatstroke, which is a potentially fatal problem for cats. The main symptoms are excessive panting, breathing difficulties, intense red coloration of the mucous membranes, fever, vomiting, bleeding and even shock. However, this is not the only problem that can occur as a result of the heat as cats can also suffer burns on their noses and ears from direct exposure to the sun. Although cats body temperatures are somewhat higher than ours, due to their difficulty in cooling themselves, they can withstand a temperature similar to that which we can withstand in the summer. Therefore, if we feel hot, we should consider that our cat is too and we should take care of it. To protect them at home, we can use both air conditioning and fans as they are not harmful to these animals. In addition, we recommend keeping the blinds down or the curtains drawn in the rooms where the sun is shining the brightest. It is also advisable to open the windows to ventilate and cool the house. Of course, do not forget to take the necessary precautions to prevent them from falling as we know that these animals love heights. To do this and an excellent idea is to put mosquito nets on the windows so that the animal can lie down on them without running the risk of falling. If the cat must be left alone, it is essential that it has a shaded place and if it has the possibility of going outside, we must monitor it and provide it with both shade and water. Water plays a fundamental role in cooling the cat down in hot weather. If your cat is reluctant to drink, you can always try offering them water straight from the tap or get a special water fountain for cats as they love moving water. Some cats like to play with ice cubes, so this can be another surefire trick to protect them from the heat. Wet food and broths are also excellent for helping them stay hydrated. For this reason, it is advisable to brush them daily as this removes dead hair and prevents the consequences of its accumulation. You can also bathe your cat, although the best way to cool them down is to wipe their back and head with a towel soaked in fresh water or with your own hand. And if they like water, you can always provide them with a small pool with a few centimeters of water. If you travel with your cat during hot weather, even if it is only to go to the vet, you should do so during the coolest hours of the day, that is early in the morning or late in the afternoon. If the trip is long, we should stop every so often to offer it water or cool it down with the towel trick. Of course, we should never leave our cat alone in a car. It could die of heat stroke. How do you protect your cat from the heat? Tell us your tricks and don't forget to like the video if you enjoyed it and to subscribe until next time. Experts.
