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Old 02-12-2010, 06:11 AM   #24
Mardelin
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Originally Posted by ladyjane View Post
I am sure...but they will also be pale.

My point is that it is that everyone keeps saying that color is an indicator of dehydration and it is not.
You're right.....I should be clearer. Cold gums indicate shock and the dog is going systemic on you.....

Dehydration can be is usually checked by the skin elasticity, how quickly it bounces back when pulled. I usually check at the neck area.
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