Rising temperatures increase risk of heat stroke in animals

ISLAMABAD: As Eid al-Adha is approaching and the temperatures in the country are increasing rapidly, there are many worries about heat stroke and diseases in sacrificial animals, which veterinarians have issued an advisory about.

It has been recommended by the veterinarians that sacrificial animals should not be tied in hot sunshine.

On the other hand, these animals should be left in shaded and well-ventilated places, while ensuring the availability of fresh and cool water to them in order to keep them safe from heat.

They have recommended avoiding taking animals out in the sun, particularly in the afternoon. Spraying water on animals frequently can protect them from the effects of heat, whereas keeping animals away from each other in open spaces can protect them from suffocation and diseases.

Some of the symptoms of heat stroke include heavy breathing, restlessness, weakness, and increased body temperature. If any of these symptoms occur, then it should be taken to a cooler place, supplied with water, and should be seen by the veterinarian, if necessary.

Apart from that, citizens have been requested not to take animals outside during the afternoon when the temperature reaches its peak level. Sprinkling of water on animals regularly and maintaining distance among animals in open places is important in order to avoid suffocation and disease infection.

Veterinary doctors stated that rapid breathing, restlessness, weakness, and high body temperature are some of the common symptoms of heat stroke in animals. In such a situation, it is imperative to shift the animal to a cool place, give him water, and if needed, then consult a veterinary doctor.

Experts have appealed to the masses to take care of sacrificial animals in these prevailing scorching days before Eid al-Adha.