Hypothermia or hypothermia is a condition characterized by a severe drop in the animal’s temperature.
Hypothermia or hypothermia is a condition characterized by a severe drop in the animal’s temperature. It occurs after a long stay in a cold environment, especially if the animal is wet or humid.
Hypothermia in a cat: what are the clinical signs?
- The animal is looking for a warm place, trying to curl up.
- The coat is ruffled. This makes it possible to increase the layer of air between the skin and the environment.
- The cat is shivering.
- The blood vessels are constricted, the skin and mucous membranes become pale and cool.
- The heartbeat is weak or imperceptible.
- The pupils are dilated.
First aid: what to do?
It is important to understand that this condition of the animal requires professional action by a veterinarian.
- Move the cat to a warm room.
- Wrap it in a blanket.
- Cover the blanket with heating pads or bottles of warm water – up to 40 degrees.
- Offer the cat warm water.
- Monitor the body temperature.
- Transport the cat to the veterinary clinic in a warm blanket with heating pads. The veterinarian may prescribe continued external warming and additional measures, such as infusion of neutral solutions.
What not to do?
- Do not rub the animal with your hands, alcohol, or snow
- Do not heat the animal abruptly. The temperature should rise gradually.
How to prevent hypothermia in a cat?
In the cold season, it is very dangerous for cats to be left alone. Cats spend time in garages, closets, or sheds. Often, they are locked indoors, so it is important to protect your cat from such walks.
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