Temperatures can reach 160 degrees Fahrenheit in a matter of minutes. Windows act as a perfect solarium to draw the sun's heat. Don't be careless and cause the death a beloved dog. If you see a situation like this, get involved by calling the police immediately and save a life. Immerse animal in cold water until body temperature lowers Allow animal to lick ice cubes but do NOT give an unlimited amount of cold water Get animal to a vet immediately.
Word is out that used hops from the process of home brewing have proven fatal to dogs.
Out of eight recorded toxicity cases, seven were Greyhounds. Ingestion of hops results in malignant hypothermia and uncontrollable fever. The first symptom to become obvious to an owner is heavy panting. The temperature may rise as quickly as 2 degrees every five minutes. Carbon dioxide levels in the blood rise dramatically.