Looking for cooler places: Cats instinctively look for cooler surfaces to lie down on. This allows them to lose heat through direct contact or conduction, which helps regulate temperature.
Cats and heatstroke: a reminder about their health
Have you ever noticed that your feline buddies tend to lose a few kilos during the warmer months? This can be a positive thing for healthy cats who have put on a little weight over the winter. Reducing their food intake during the summer helps them return to their ideal weight. However, care should be taken with older cats or those already ill. Prolonged loss of appetite and excessive weight loss in summer can expose them to serious health problems such as hepatic lipidosis and kidney failure.
The risk is particularly high when our furry companions haven’t fully adapted to the heat, especially at the start of the summer season. So let’s keep an eye on our precious cats and make sure they stay safe and healthy during this warmer period!
What to do if your cat suffers from heatstroke?
If you notice that your cat is suffering from heatstroke, it’s essential to act quickly and take friendly measures to cool him down and lower his body temperature. Here’s what you can do:
