Does a Yorkie get too hot in the summer?

[cchu]

wow! Thank you for all the advice. Zoe seems to like the heat cuz he also lays in the sun but I see that he pants alot when its warm so I was thinking of getting him a cooling pad for the summer because I refuse to leave the a/c on while I'm not home.

I live in NY so it gets to 100 at the peak of summer and that is TORTURE!

[red98vett]

Here is signs of Heat Stroke - Hope this helps someone -

Heat stroke can be fatal for pets as well as people. Every summer, animals left in parked cars suffer brain damage and die from heatstroke. Dogs perspire only around their paws, which is inadequate to cool them down on hot days. To rid themselves of excess heat, animals pant. Nevertheless, an overheated dog can suffer brain and organ damage after only 15 minutes. On steamy summer days, pets should stay cool and out of the sun.

Signs of heat stroke in dogs:

Body temperature of 104-110 degrees Fahrenheit
Heavy panting, rapid heartbeat and glazed eyes
Dark or bright red tongue and gums
Excessive thirst and/or profuse salivation
Lethargy, fever, dizziness, lack of coordination
Staggering, stupor and/or seizures
Bloody diarrhea or vomiting
Unconsciousness

If your dog shows symptoms of heatstroke, immediately take steps to gradually lower its body temperature, then call your vet. Following the tips below could save your dog's life:

Move the animal into the shade or an air-conditioned area.
Apply ice packs or cold towels to your pet"s head, neck and chest or immerse her in cool—but not cold—water. (Very cold water will constrict the blood vessels and impede cooling.)
Let your pet drink small amounts of cool water or lick ice cubes.
Take your pet directly to a veterinarian. Even if the animal is cooler and seems to have recovered, DON’T assume that your pet is okay. Internal organs—the liver, kidneys, brain and more—are affected by heatstroke. Your vet must asses your pet’s condition to make sure that everything is alright.
Pets that are especially susceptible to heat:

Elderly, very young, and ill animals (dogs and cats) have a harder time regulating their body temperature.

Dogs with snub noses (also called short-nosed breeds) such as Pekingese, pugs, and bulldogs, have a hard time staying cool because they can't pant efficiently. They must stay out of the heat.

Overweight dogs are prone to overheating. Their extra layers of fat act as insulation that traps heat within their bodies.

Large heavy-coated dog breeds.

Dogs with heart or respiratory problems.

[sondra2004]

Put a bowl of ice cubes in front of a portable Fan. I would leave the fan on the AC on all the time.If the outside temp is over 80 degrees the inside AC should be on . You waste more money by trying to cool down when you get home from work.

[cchu]

so I ordered this cooling mat for zoe hoping that it would cool him down. I was contemplating getting this one which is $17.00 VS. Sooth comfort which is $69.95. What do you guys think? I'll let you know how it works.

cooling mat:

http://www.dog.com/itemdy00.asp?T1=020625+XS&Cat=

[chele]

Originally Posted by red98vett

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Signs of heat stroke in dogs:

Body temperature of 104-110 degrees Fahrenheit
Heavy panting, rapid heartbeat and glazed eyes
Dark or bright red tongue and gums
Excessive thirst and/or profuse salivation
Lethargy, fever, dizziness, lack of coordination
Staggering, stupor and/or seizures
Bloody diarrhea or vomiting
Unconsciousness

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lol looks like heat stroke is a mastiff trait


Heavy panting, rapid heartbeat and glazed eyes. check.
Dark or bright red tongue and gums. check.
Excessive thirst and/or profuse salivation. check
Lethargy, fever, dizziness, lack of coordination. check.
Staggering, stupor. check.
Unconsciousness. check. at least for 20 hours a day counting naps

[cchu]

hahahahaha....they are cute traits! let me see pics

Originally Posted by chele

lol looks like heat stroke is a mastiff trait


Heavy panting, rapid heartbeat and glazed eyes. check.
Dark or bright red tongue and gums. check.
Excessive thirst and/or profuse salivation. check
Lethargy, fever, dizziness, lack of coordination. check.
Staggering, stupor. check.
Unconsciousness. check. at least for 20 hours a day counting naps