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Heatstroke
The Japanese Chin does not tolerate extreme heat well.
The Japanese Chin, is at high risk for heatstroke because it is a brachycephalic
(snub-nosed) breed. Brachycephalic breeds cannot pant efficiently.
Heat stroke happens when the ability to regulate body temperature is lost. Dogs
regulate their body temperature by panting. When the respiratory tract cannot
evacuate heat quickly enough, the body temperature rises. Normal body
temperature for a dog is less than 103F. Once a dogs temperature goes over
105F, a number of events can occur that make it even more difficult to regain
normal body temperature. At this time, oxygen delivery to the system cannot
keep up with the rapidly increasing demand. If his temperature exceeds 108F,
CELLULAR DAMAGE starts to occur in a number of organs including the kidneys,
liver, gastrointestinal tract, heart and brain.
Clearly, this is a life threatening situation, and for those who survive, there can be
long term problems.
NEVER LEAVE A CHIN (or any other animal) ALONE IN A CAR !!!!
You may not think it's very warm, but temperatures in a car rise FAST!
There are a number of factors for heat stroke. Some of the most significant are:
* Brachycephalic Breeds (Snub-nosed)
* Heat
* Humidity
* Anxiety
* Poor Ventilation
* Dehydration
* Increased Age
The Japanese Chin is an inside dog, and dose not tolerate heat well. A Chin
should never be tethered or tied up outside unattended. Always make sure your
Chin has plenty of cool water available, and a nice shady place to lay down when
outside.
The Japanese Chin, is at high risk for heatstroke because it is a brachycephalic
(snub-nosed) breed. Brachycephalic breeds cannot pant efficiently.
Heat stroke happens when the ability to regulate body temperature is lost. Dogs
regulate their body temperature by panting. When the respiratory tract cannot
evacuate heat quickly enough, the body temperature rises. Normal body
temperature for a dog is less than 103F. Once a dogs temperature goes over
105F, a number of events can occur that make it even more difficult to regain
normal body temperature. At this time, oxygen delivery to the system cannot
keep up with the rapidly increasing demand. If his temperature exceeds 108F,
CELLULAR DAMAGE starts to occur in a number of organs including the kidneys,
liver, gastrointestinal tract, heart and brain.
Clearly, this is a life threatening situation, and for those who survive, there can be
long term problems.
NEVER LEAVE A CHIN (or any other animal) ALONE IN A CAR !!!!
You may not think it's very warm, but temperatures in a car rise FAST!
There are a number of factors for heat stroke. Some of the most significant are:
* Brachycephalic Breeds (Snub-nosed)
* Heat
* Humidity
* Anxiety
* Poor Ventilation
* Dehydration
* Increased Age
The Japanese Chin is an inside dog, and dose not tolerate heat well. A Chin
should never be tethered or tied up outside unattended. Always make sure your
Chin has plenty of cool water available, and a nice shady place to lay down when
outside.