How to hydrate your dog
As summer approaches and the temperature gradually rises, the issue of dog hydration has become a hot topic for pet owners. Recent hot topics discussed across the internet show that many pet owners have questions about how to scientifically hydrate their dogs. This article will combine hot topics and hot content in the past 10 days to provide you with a structured guide to hydrating dogs.
1. Why do dogs need to replenish water?
About 60%-70% of a dog's body is made up of water, and water is crucial to its health. The following are the risks of dog dehydration that have been mentioned in recent hot topics:
| Risk type | Specific performance | Hot discussion |
|---|---|---|
| dehydration | Decreased skin elasticity and dry gums | high |
| heatstroke | Difficulty breathing, elevated body temperature | extremely high |
| kidney problems | Concentrated urine, decreased urination | middle |
2. How to judge whether a dog is dehydrated?
According to the recent popular science content of pet doctors, you can judge by the following methods:
| Check items | normal state | water shortage state |
|---|---|---|
| skin elasticity | rebound quickly | Slow rebound |
| gums | moist pink | Dry and white |
| Eye | Bright and spirited | Sunken and lifeless |
3. 5 scientific methods of hydration
Based on recent sharings from popular pet bloggers, we recommend the following hydration solutions:
1.Choose the right water bowl: Stainless steel or ceramic materials are best to avoid plastic odor affecting the willingness to drink water. Recent data from an e-commerce platform shows that sales of smart pet water dispensers have increased by 120% year-on-year.
2.Increase water intake channels:
| method | Specific operations | popularity |
|---|---|---|
| Wet food feeding | Moisture content above 70% | ★★★★★ |
| Homemade broth | Salt-free and low-fat | ★★★★ |
| Fruit hydration | Watermelon, cucumber, etc. | ★★★ |
3.Hydrate before and after exercise: According to the recommendations of pet doctors, dogs should drink enough water 2 hours before exercise, and add small amounts in small amounts after exercise.
4.Create a drinking water environment: Place water bowls in multiple locations around the home, especially in areas where senior dogs are active. Recent data from a social platform shows that setting up multiple water bowls can increase water drinking by 30%.
5.Interesting hydration method: Use ice cube toys or mobile water dispensers to make drinking water more interesting. The topic "Dog Ice Cube Challenge" on a short video platform has been played 8 million times.
4. Precautions for hydration
According to the recent popular consultation content of pet hospitals, special attention should be paid to:
| Condition | Processing method | Urgency |
|---|---|---|
| Refusal to drink water for more than 24 hours | seek medical attention immediately | high |
| Sudden drinking of large amounts of water | Check for diabetes | middle |
| Hydrate after vomiting | A small amount of times | middle |
5. Tips for hydrating in summer
1. Avoid walking your dog at noon, choose early morning or evening time. Recent meteorological data show that surface temperatures can reach over 60°C at noon.
2. Carry a portable water bottle when going out and provide a drinking opportunity every 20 minutes. According to data from an e-commerce platform, sales of pet water bottles increased by 200% monthly.
3. Change fresh water regularly. In summer, it is recommended to change it 3-4 times a day to prevent bacterial growth.
Through the above scientific hydration methods, you can help your dog survive the hot summer healthily. It is recommended that pet owners develop a personalized hydration plan based on the individual differences of their dogs. If there are any abnormalities, please consult a professional veterinarian in time.
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