When
a stroke occurs in a dog, it is usually in an animal that is very old.
Not exact matches
While heat
stroke can
occur in any
dog,
dogs with short, flat faces (known as Brachycephalic breeds) such as Bull
dogs and Pugs are particularly susceptible to it.
Classic heat
stroke in dogs occurs with exposure to high temperatures — something we're familiar with
in Austin.
Heat
stroke most commonly
occurs in dogs with long hair and
dogs with flat faces and short noses (brachycephalics), such as pugs and Boston terriers, that have a harder time expelling heat through breathing.
Pet insurance plans for older
dogs cover
stroke, heart disease and cancer, which
occur most often
in the older
dog.
Heat
stroke can
occur in your
dog when their internal temperature gets too high and they are unable to effectively regulate their internal temperature.