A good number of pet reptiles suffer from hyperthermia or heat stroke during summer. In fact, it’s one of the top killers of pets during summer. The good news is, heatstroke can be avoided. Here are some tips to protect your pet from heatstroke:
- Their enclosures should be well-ventilated.
- They should have access to clean and fresh water.
- Keep your pet’s enclosure away from direct sunlight or front he warmest room of your home.
- Install a thermometer and hygrometer inside your pet’s enclosure so you can easily monitor the temperature and humidity.
- If pet reptiles are allowed to spend time outdoors, make sure they have easy access to shade and clean water.
- Reduce the temperature inside your pet’s enclosure if the reptile spends considerable time outdoors during hot weather.
Signs of heatstroke in reptiles include rapid breathing or heavy panting, disorientation, loss of appetite, inability to perch, decreased droppings, and loss of consciousness.
Heatstroke is a medical emergency. Bring your pet to the nearest veterinary clinic Louisville, CO ASAP.
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