Ultimutt Dog Care

What's Happening at Ultimutt This Week... Great news! We have our A/C unit installed and the dogs are enjoying a comfortable 75 degrees in the 4,000 sq ft warehouse! They love to go outside to play ball and swim and then come back inside to get cooled off. The boarders have enjoyed being cooler at night as well!
We still have a few dog life jackets for sale if you are interested. (XS - L)
We are having summer camp Ultimutt style! June 21 - 25 will be full of fun-filled times for your dog!
Monday, June 21st - 80's Day
Bring your Ultimutt to party 80's style since they didn't get to back then. Deck them out in scrunchies, leg warmers, teased hair or a neon bandanna.
Tuesday, June 22nd - Career Day
Dress your Ultimutt up as what they want to be when they grow up.
Wednesday, June 23rd - Sports Day
Put your Ultimutt in their favorite team jersey, shirt or bandanna.
Thursday, June 24th - Western Day
Get your cowboy/cowgirl hat out! Sport your Ultimutt in a Western Bandanna or Sheriff badge!
Friday, June 25th - Luau Day
Party time!! Sport a lei, grass skirt, or a flower in your hair.`````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````` Dogs and Heat Stroke: Risks of Overheating
Contrary to what most people believe, dogs overheat more quickly than humans do. They wear their fur coat all year long and they do not sweat. They cool their bodies by panting, or blowing out heat, which is much less effective than sweating. Even if you are comfortable, your dog may be too hot!
What happens in heat stroke?
Heat stroke happens when heat gain exceeds the body's ability to dissipate heat. High temperatures cause chemical reactions that break down body cells which lead to dehydration and blood thickening. This puts extreme strain on the heart blood clotting and subsequent death to tissue. Liver, brain and intestinal cells are usually the first to be affected and this can occur quickly. Normal body temperature for a dog is about 101 F to 102 F. If his temperature reaches 106 F, he is in danger of brain damage, vital organ failure and death. Reducing body temp quickly is imperative. A dog who recovers can still have organ damage and lifelong health problems. Temperatures above 106 F are extremely dangerous.
Symptoms:
Rapid, frantic panting
Wide eyes
Thick saliva
Bright red tongue
Vomiting
StaggeringBring your dog to Ultimutt during these hot summer months to keep them interacting with other dogs and exercising all while staying cool.Source: http://dogs.suite101.com/article