Gus is a 9 week old kitten who was found by one
of
our clients as a two week old stray and
subsequently adopted by one of our staff
members who bottle fed him for a month
until he was able to eat solid food. At
about 7 weeks of age, Gus began to
exhibit labored breathing throughout the
day. Upon examination, we found him to
be active and alert, however he did have
persistent labored shallow breathing.
Listening to his lungs, the sounds were
harsh but not moist. Palpating his
chest, one could feel a dent in the
sternum.
Click here to find out what happened to
Gus
This
Weather is
Dangerous!!
Please be very careful during this heat wave
with your pets. All pets, like
people, can become susceptible to
heat stress and heat stroke.
Certain breeds are more likely to be
injured by the heat, these include
- All heavy coated breeds, such as
Collies, Huskies, Malamutes, Chow
Chows etc
- All Snub Nosed Breeds (brachycephalic
breeds) such as English, French and
Boston Bull Terriers, Shih-Tsus,
Lhasa-Apsos
- All dogs with heart disease
- Geriatric pets
- All Rabbits are very susceptible
to heat
To keep your pet's safe, please do the
following:
- Only let your pets outside when
the temperature is under 85 degrees,
and only if there is ample shade and
fresh cool water
- Do not leave your pet in the car
for even an instant, even with the
windows cracked.
- Do not exercise your dogs unless
the temperature is under 85 degrees
and then only if your pet is fit and
you have access to water and shade
- avoid having your pets walk on
the asphalt or concrete.
- The streets get so hot, they
will burn your pet's paws,
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