The weather in Hong Kong is so hot, are cats afraid of the heat? 10 Ways to Help Your Cat Cool Off the Heat
Are cats afraid of heat? This is a question many cat lovers often ask.
The body temperature of cats is higher than that of humans, about 38 to 39 degrees, so they are more tolerant to high temperatures.
However, this does not mean that cats cannot suffer from heat stroke or discomfort.
In summer, cats also need proper cooling methods in order to stay healthy and comfortable. Here are ten ways to help your cat cool off:
How do cats lose heat?
Although cats' paws also sweat, they only have a small number of sweat glands , so the heat dissipation effect is very poor .
In summer, they will increase the number of times they lick their fur to help cool down. When the saliva left on the fur evaporates, it can take away part of the heat. But even so, it is still not enough for the summer in Hong Kong.
Our Furry Story will take cat heat stroke as the theme, and list 10 methods that can help cats cool off/prevent fur children from heat stroke. Owners in need are welcome to read the article in detail to bring more convenience to the daily life of fur children at home.
10 ways to help your cat cool off the heat
- provide plenty of drinking water
- Turn on the air conditioner or electric fan
- Avoid direct sunlight
- Offer ice or frozen meals
- cut long hair
- give a cool mattress or blanket
- Reduce physical activity and play time
- Provide a cool place to sleep
- Avoid direct blowing fans or air conditioners
- Regularly check the cat's physical condition
- Summarize
【Summer 2023, cats are at home by themselves】Are cats afraid of heat? 10 ways to help cats cool off the video introduction
1. Provide plenty of drinking water
Water is the best medicine for relieving heat. It can help cats regulate their body temperature and prevent dehydration and heat stroke.
Pay attention to changing the drinking water regularly, keep it clean and fresh, and put it in a place where cats can easily reach.
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If the indoor temperature is too high, you can turn on the air conditioner or electric fan to provide a cool environment for the cat.
But be careful not to let the cold air or wind blow directly on the cat, so as not to cause a cold or muscle aches.
Prepare your cat for a safe haven in an air-conditioned room
What if you are really afraid of the heat and the air conditioner is not turned on and the temperature is below 26°C and it is really uncomfortable? It is suggested that in the air-conditioned room, you must prepare some corners for the cat to hide from, and these corners will not be directly blown by the air-conditioning .
The hut made of cloth is very suitable for the cat to hide in the corner of the air-conditioned room. As long as it is not directly blown by the air-conditioning , the cat has its own body temperature in it and usually will not feel too cold.
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3. Avoid direct sunlight
Direct sunlight can make cats feel hotter and can also increase the risk of skin cancer.
Cover the windows or draw the curtains so that the cat has a shady place to rest.
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4. Offer ice or frozen meals
Block or frozen treats allow cats to enjoy some cool treats and can also whet their appetites.
You can put ice cubes in the drinking water, or put canned or fresh food in the refrigerator to chill before giving it to the cat.
5. Cut off excess hair
Excessive hair can make cats feel stuffy and affect skin breathing.
Some unwanted hair can be trimmed, especially around the underarms, belly, and anus. But be careful not to cut it too short, so as not to expose the skin.
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6. Give a cool mattress or blanket
Cats like to sleep in soft and cozy places, but a mattress or blanket in summer can be too hot for them.
You can replace the cat with a cool mattress or blanket, such as cotton or bamboo fiber, or use an ice pad or ice pack.
7. Reduce exercise and play time
In summer, the amount of activity and play time of cats should be reduced to avoid excessive consumption of energy and water, resulting in heat stroke or collapse.
Pay attention to the cat's breathing. If you see the cat breathing too rapidly, you must stop and rest.
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8. Provide a cool place to sleep
Cats like to sleep in cool and comfortable places. You can prepare some ice pads, ice pillows, bamboo mats, etc. for them, so that they have a bed suitable for summer.
9. Avoid direct blowing fans or air conditioners
Although cats are afraid of heat, it is not suitable to blow fans or air conditioners directly, which can easily cause colds or respiratory problems.
It is best to adjust the room temperature at around 25-28 degrees and keep the air circulating.
10. Regularly check the cat's physical condition
In summer, pay attention to observe the cat's appetite, excretion, body temperature, etc., and find and deal with any abnormalities in time.
If the cat has heat stroke symptoms such as shortness of breath, dry mouth, weakness, etc., immediately wipe its body with a cold water wet towel and send it to the nearest animal hospital.
Summarize
The condition that makes cats feel comfortable is the same as that of us humans, that is, a state that is neither too hot nor too cold. Cats are very good at finding a comfortable environment, but for cats kept at home, the space is very limited, so the owner must manage the temperature and humidity well.
In addition, hot weather can easily spoil food, and cats will feel unwell after eating it. In addition, there are a lot of mosquitoes in summer. If the pet owner is negligent, the cat will easily get sick and experience physical discomfort.
