It may be hot out and you may be seeing your cat groom itself more than often. This is a technique they use to cool down! However they might need your help to stay cool with this hot summer approaching. With these tips you can prevent dehydration and heat stroke in your kitty!
Keeping your cat cool: A cat that becomes overheated can suffer from dehydration and shallow breathing.
- Put some ice cubes in their water bowl to ensure that the water is continuously cold. There’s nothing more refreshing than a cool drink on a hot day! Don’t forget to change the bowl frequently to avoid the growth of bacteria.
- Cool down your house. Use fans or air-conditioned to get the temperature down, especially if you plan on leaving your cat in the house for parts or the day.
- Freeze water bottles! This is a simple task you can do to keep your kitty cool. By freezing water bottles you can wrap them up in towels and lay next to your cat to cool them down.
- SUNSCREEN! Yes sunscreen! Apply just a little to the cats ears and nose, a little sunscreen goes a long way – no one likes cancer!
Cat safety in the heat: It helps to be extra aware of your cat during hot days.
- On especially hot days bring your cat inside and ensure that windows are closed so they can’t escape!
- Monitor your cat when the heat rises drastically. Make sure that your cat is OK and has fresh water and a cool spot to stay in.
- Keep activity to a minimum. Cats love to play and run around but it may be too exhausting on a hot summer day. Encourage your kitty to take it easy on high temperature days!
- Ticks are a big problem in summer months. Make sure you keep a updated check to decrease tick infections.
What not to do: Ensure you never have to make an emergency visit for a silly mistake!
- DO NOT leave your cat in a parked car! Even with the windows open its still a heat chamber for animals and can be extremely dangerous!
- DO NOT forget to leave fresh water for your cat.
- DO NOT ignore signs of heat stroke! Sings include walking funny, panting, drooling, vomiting and red gums. Take the cat to the hospital ASAP if you notice these signs!
Summer is one thing we look forward to all year! HOWEVER we need to keep in mind that with a change in temperature comes a change in care. Use these tips to make sure your kitty stays cool and healthy and you will have a PURRRfect summer!
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