Dehydration: medical emergency or not?
Generally speaking, if your dog is already exhibiting the symptoms we have talked about earlier, especially if they keep vomiting and you suspect it has led to heatstroke, you should definitely take your pup to the vet as soon as possible. Both dehydration and heatstroke are medical emergencies when it comes to dogs, and you should not wait until you take them to a specialist, as they can definitely help them faster and get fluids in their bodies more efficiently.
Just know that since dehydration can be an underlying cause of other diseases, the vet may also want to check your dog for other diseases based on the symptoms he exhibits.
Dehydration is only one of the health conditions you have to be on the lookout for, especially if you have a senior dog! Unfortunately, not all of us know how to properly care for an older dog, and that is why we come to your aid. Read all about the most important tips for caring for an older dog here!
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Really great information 👍!