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Adoption
A Volunteer Non-Profit 501(c)(3) Organization
SPAY & NEUTER
Over-population is killing us.
Low-to-medium income Greene County residents with dogs or cats
Any Greene County resident caring for outside cats, regardless of income
Participate in the Kroger Rewards Program by going to www.krogercommunityrewards.com
and register. Our Non-Profit Organization (NPO) number is 81984.
www.HumaneSocietyGreeneCounty.com
Heatstroke in Dogs
Dogs do not sweat through their skin like humans.
They release heat primarily by panting, and they
sweat through the foot pads and nose. If a dog cannot
temperature begins to rise. Unfortunately, too many
Preventing Heat Stroke
day, regardless of whether the windows are open.
rise up to 34 degrees per minute!
outside, opt for shady areas.
ment, whether in a hot car, crate, or doghouse is
enough to send a dog’s body temperature skyrock
eting.
on hand.
breeds, like Pugs
and Bulldogs.
minutes if necessary.
Signs of Heat Stroke
Increased temperature (A dog’s normal body tem
Vigorous panting
Dark red gums
Tacky or dry mucus membranes
Collapse and/or loss of consciousness
If You Suspect Heat Stroke
immediate action.
the sun right away.
Begin cooling your dog by placing cool, NOT
pecially under the front legs, in the groin area, on
into your dog’s mouth.
Please support our partners — say you saw it in Pet Pages.
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