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Ricki Lake Tells Fans to Get Off the Couch—and Go Bring the Dogs Indoors
PETA and Ricki Lake teamed up to film a public service announcement that airs during the summer on stations in some of the nation's hottest cities to remind viewers that dogs can cool themselves only by panting and sweating through their paw pads, not through their skin like humans. Watch the PSA.
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Beating the Heat During Summer's Dog Days
Remember, hot weather can be especially deadly for dogs left outside without shade or water. To help prevent heat exhaustion, make sure animals have shade and water (in an anchored bucket or a heavy bowl).
Because the dog's owner may not be paying close attention to the dog's well-being, please take it upon yourself to watch for symptoms, such as restlessness, excessive thirst, heavy panting, lethargy, lack of appetite, dark tongue, rapid heartbeat, fever, vomiting, and lack of coordination. If the dog displays any of these symptoms, get him or her to shade immediately and call a veterinarian. Lower the dog's body temperature gradually by providing water to drink, applying a cold towel or an ice pack to the head, neck, and chest, or immersing him or her in tepid (not cold) water. Click here for more cool ideas for hot dogs.
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