62 August 2013 www.womanthismonth.com LIFESTYLE | 10 tips Smell trouble Know the warning signs. Symptoms of overheating in pets are excessive panting, breathing difficulty, increased heart and respiratory rate, drooling, mild weakness, a state of unconsciousness and even collapse. Watch out for seizures, bloody diarrhoea and vomit along with an elevated body temperature of over 104 degrees Celsius. 3. Summer PET Care We love to spend time outdoors during summer; more often than not, we tag our four-legged friends along. However, the hot weather spells danger. In the shade Give them plenty of fresh, clean water as pets can get dehydrated quickly. Build sufficient shaded areas to keep them out of the sun. With the kind of heat in Bahrain, it’s wise to keep them indoors. Don’t overexercise them. 2. Pay a visit to the vet Early summer is the perfect time for a check-up. Get your pet tested for heartworm. Make sure they are under a safe flea and tick programme. 1.
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