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The important work of UF's Whitney Laboratory

Sea Turtle Hospital

By Debbie Gaylord

Bob with Mongo Jerry, waiting for Cat's rescue team to arrive

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This past April my Step Dad Bob was on Matanzas Inlet beach fishing when he spot-

to grow on the soft tissue of a turtle’s body. If not removed they can do damage and may even

ted a strange lump on the beach. After a few hours passed and it had not moved he decided to

cause death. Many of the turtles found in northeast Florida must be sent to facilities in Georgia

investigate and found a large turtle who seemed to be in trouble. He made the call to animal

or central Florida and none of them are able to accept turtles with FP virus. Until now, as the Sea

rescue and was connected with Catherine Eastman "Cat" , The Sea Turtle Program Coordinator and

Turtle Hospital at Whitney Lab is able to treat FP, providing valuable research discoveries for find-

Director of the Sea Turtle Hospital at University of Florida’s Whitney Laboratory. As luck would have

ing a cure and indirectly towards conservation of our ecosystem. According to Catherine, if we can

it, the Sea Turtle Hospital was only a few miles down the beach across from Marineland. Catherine

understand what causes turtle tumors there are far reaching implications for humans as well.

was able to instruct him on what to do while waiting for animal rescue to arrive. Thanks to Bob,

the sea turtle, a loggerhead later named Mongo Jerry (All the turtles at the hospital get a name)

who have studied them for years are still searching for details. Although, they live to be 80 to

was saved and became a temporary patient at the hospital. After they removed the barnacles from

100 years old, they are wild animals, preferring a solitary life and remain primarily submerged

his shell and gave him electrolytes he perked up and they transferred him to their Jekyll island

under water throughout their lives. Females come on land to lay eggs, returning to the exact same

facility where there was more space since The Turtle Hospital here was full.

beach where they were born each time. Of the seven species of sea turtle, green, loggerhead,

As a thank you, Catherine invited Bob and his guests (myself, my Mom, and my 2

leatherback, kemps ridley, olive ridley, hawksbill and flatback, all are endangered, which is why

daughters) to visit the hospital and learn about sea turtles. Inside the hospital there were about

conservationists are doing everything they can to help them survive. The loggerhead, green and

12 turtles receiving treatment. It was amazing to see these majestic creatures up close and learn

leatherback sea turtles nest on the beaches of Northeast Florida.

about them from an expert. We met Banana who was hit by propeller and was found in Mel-

bourne, and Prince who was the tiniest of turtles and had little arm bandages. There were many

tive contraptions they create as they need them. Pool noodles fitted together serve as cushions

others relaxing in pools, bandaged and healing so they too could hopefully return to the sea.

while turtles are on

The Sea Turtle Hospital here in St. Johns is new, having opened its doors in November

the operating table,

2015 with the capacity to rehab about 12-15 turtles at one time. The goals is conservation of sea

and life jackets con-

turtles through rehabilitation, research, and education, according to Scientist Catherine Eastman,

nected help to keep

the hospital’s Program Director.

a giant turtle's head

Injured and sick endangered sea turtles come ashore in Florida’s waters throughout

above water in the

the year for a variety of reasons, including boat strike, cold-stunning, swallowed fish bait and

pool while they are

hook, exhaustion from interaction with commercial fishing gear and Fibropapilloma (FP) virus,

healing.

one of the most infectious diseases among sea turtles. The disease is a virus that causes tumors

The challenge is that sea turtles are difficult animals to learn about and even scientist

The hospital is amazing to see in action. Cat and her team told us about innova-

The sea turtle - Prince

As I write, Cisco Kid, a green sea turtle who was found

stranded on Hammock Beach in Palm Coast in January was released back

You may also join Friends of the Sea Turtle Hospital. Or purchase a Sea Turtle License plate!

into the ocean yesterday! Watching him flap his fins like crazy as he got close to the sea was a sure sign he was ready to go home! When Cisco Kid arrived at the University of Florida’s Sea Turtle Hospital at Whitney Laboratory, he was anemic and had turtle tumors on his shell. He was the first patient at the new sea turtle hospital to receive laser surgery for these tumors and to be released.

If you are inspired by Cisco Kid or Mungo Jerry and would like

to learn more about the Sea Turtle Hospital and how you can help please visit http://www.whitney.ufl.edu/education-conservation/sea-turtlehospital or call Jessica Long, Director of Development at (904) 461-4018.

WHAT YOU CAN DO TO HELP SEA TURTLES:

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July 1st The BFG

A girl named Sophie encounters the Big Friendly Giant who, despite his intimidating appearance, turns out to be a kindhearted soul who is considered an outcast by the other giants because, unlike them, he refuses to eat children.

The Legend of Tarzan It has been years since the man once known as Tarzan left the jungles of Africa behind for a gentrified life as John Clayton III, Lord Greystoke, with his beloved wife, Jane (Robbie) at his side. Now, he has been invited back to the Congo to serve as a trade emissary of Parliament, unaware that he is a pawn in a deadly convergence of greed and revenge, masterminded by the Belgian, Captain Leon Rom. But those behind the murderous plot have no idea what they are about to unleash.

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The Secret Life of Pets Taking place in a Manhattan apartment building, Max's life as a favorite pet is turned upside down, when his owner brings home a sloppy mongrel named Duke. They have to put their quarrels behind when they find out that an adorable white bunny named Snowball is building an army of abandoned pets determined to take revenge on all happy-owned pets and their owners.

Ghostbusters 30 years after Ghostbusters took the world by storm, the beloved franchise makes its long-awaited return. Director Paul Feig brings his fresh take to the supernatural comedy, joined by some of the funniest actors working today.

Captain Fantastic In the forests of the Pacific Northwest, a father devoted to raising his six kids with a rigorous physical and intellectual education is forced to leave his paradise and enter the world, challenging his idea of what it means to be a parent.

CafÊ Society Set in the 1930s, Woody Allen's bittersweet romance CAFÉ SOCIETY follows Bronx-born Bobby Dorfman to Hollywood, where he falls in love, and back to New York, where he is swept up in the vibrant world of high society nightclub life.

July 22nd Star Trek Beyond The USS Enterprise crew explores the furthest reaches of uncharted space, where they encounter a mysterious new enemy who puts them and everything the Federation stands for to the test.

Ice Age: Collision Course Scrat's epic pursuit of his elusive acorn catapults himoutside of Earth, where he accidentally sets off a series of cosmic events that transform and threaten the planet.

To save themselves from peril, Manny, Sid, Diego, and the rest of the herd leave their home and embark on a quest full of thrills and spills, highs and lows, laughter and adventure while traveling to exotic new lands and encountering a host of colorful new characters.

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Jason Bourne Jason Bourne, now remembering who he truly is, tries to uncover hidden truths about his past. Matt Damon returns to his most iconic role in Jason Bourne. Paul Greengrass, the director of The Bourne Supremacy and The Bourne Ultimatum, once again joins Damon for the next chapter of Universal Pictures 'Bourne’ franchise, which finds the CIA’s most lethal former operative drawn out of the shadows.

Pete’s Dragon For years, old wood carver Mr. Meacham delighted local children with his tales of the fierce dragon that resides deep in the woods of the Pacific Northwest. To his daughter, Grace, who works as a forest ranger, these stories are little more than tall tales… until she meets Pete, a mysterious 10 year old with no family and no home who claims to live in the woods with a giant, green dragon named Elliot. And from Pete’s description, Elliott seems remarkably similar to the dragon from Mr. Meacham’s stories.

Genius GENIUS centers on the real‑life relationship between literary giant Thomas Wolfe and renowned editor Max Perkins. Wolfe, a blazing talent with a larger-than-life personality and Perkins, one of the most respected literary editors of all time, formed a complex, transformative and irrepressible friendship that changed the lives of these brilliant but very different men forever.

August 19th Ben-Hur Ben-Hur is the epic story of Judah Ben-Hur, a prince falsely accused of treason by his adopted brother Messala, an officer in the Roman army. Stripped of his title, separated from his family and the woman he loves Judah is forced into slavery. After years at sea, Judah returns to his homeland to seek revenge, but finds redemption.

Kubo and the Two Strings Kubo lives a quiet, normal life in a small shoreside village until a spirit from the past turns his life upside down by re-igniting an age-old vendetta. This causes all sorts of havoc as gods and monsters chase Kubo who, in order to survive, must locate a magical suit of armor once worn by his late father, a legendary Samurai warrior.

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The Space Between Us A romantic adventure about two galaxycrossed teens. Gardner Elliot is the first human born on Mars. After his astronaut mother dies during childbirth. Gardener is raised in secret on the red planet. Sixteen years later, he comes to Earth, escapes the oversight of the space program, and teams up with Tulsa, the feisty young woman he’s met only online.

Armed with only determination and a couple of clues, they set out to find Gardner’s father.

Suicide Squad It feels good to be bad… Assemble a team of the world’s most dangerous, incarcerated Super Villains, provide them with the most powerful arsenal at the government’s disposal, and send them off on a mission to defeat an enigmatic, insuperable entity. A secret government agency recruits imprisoned supervillains to execute dangerous black ops m issions in exchange for clemency.

Nine Lives Tom Brand is a daredevil billionaire at the top of his game but his workaholic lifestyle has disconnected him from his family, particularly his beautiful wife Lara and his adoring daughter Rebecca. Rebecca's 11th birthday is here, and she wants the gift she wants every year, a cat. His GPS directs him to a mystical pet store brimming with odd and exotic cats. En route to his daughter's party, Tom has a terrible accident. When he regains consciousness he discovers that somehow, he has become trapped inside the body of the cat.

Clair Bayfield (Hugh Grant) an aristocratic English actor, was determined to protect his beloved Florence from the truth. But when Florence decided to give a public concert at Carnegie Hall in 1944, St Clair knew he faced his greatest challenge.

August 26th Florence Foster Jenkins The true story of Florence Foster Jenkins, the legendary New York heiress and socialite who obsessively pursued her dream of becoming a great singer. The voice she heard in her head was beautiful, but to everyone else it was hilariously awful. Her “husband” and manager, St

Hands of Stone Hands of Stone follows the life of Roberto Duran, who made his professional debut in 1968 as a 16-year-old and retired in 2002 at age 50. In June 1980, he defeated Sugar Ray Leonard to capture the WBC welterweight title but shocked the boxing world by returning to his corner in the November rematch, saying 'no mas' (no more).

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Sizzlin’ Summer Reads 2016

Beach Reading

by Jennifer Yarbrough

A Dangerous Age Kelly Killoren Bensimon A comedy set in New York City about four friends—Lucy, Sarah, Billy, and Lotta, that are getting older and trying to deal with it amidst the youthful culture of the Big Apple.

Tumbling Turner Sisters Juliette Fay In this Historical novel, Follow the four Turner sisters as they tumble their way from town to town to help save their family. What they find on their Vaudeville journey is love and heartbreak and a new America.

A Low Country Summer Series Mary Alice Monroe

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Whether you are poolside or beachside, on vacation or at home after work, summer is the perfect time to grab a book and catch up on your reading!

These stories, set in the Charleston Lowcountry, of friendship, family, and all the ups and downs that go along with them will keep you busy at the beach all summer long. Check out, The Summer Girls, The Summer Wind, The Summer’s End, and A Lowcountry Wedding.

Altered Carbon Richard Morgan This science fiction novel, set 500 years in the future, explores a world where the human mind has been digitized and humans don’t die, but have their souls “re-sleeved.”

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Disclaimer Renee Knight In this suspense-thriller, a mysterious novel appears at main character, Catherine’s bedside. The novel is intrigu-

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Modern Romance Aziz Ansari This investigative book written by actor-comedian Aziz Ansari delves into the world of modern romance.

The One & Only Emily Giffin When Thirty-three-year-old Shea Rigsby’s life in small town America is upended she must venture out on her own and discover the one and only thing that makes

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Beautiful Ruins Jess Walter Beautiful Ruins begins in the 1960s and sweeps us through to the present, taking us across continents from Italy to Hollywood, introducing us to a bevvy of interesting characters, and exploring the hopes and dreams they have throughout their lives.

Girls in White Dresses Jennifer Close

Different Seasons Stephen King Finally pick up this 1982 collection of four novellas, all written for a different seasons, Rita Hayworth and the Shawshank Redemption (Hope Springs Eternal), Apt Pupil (Summer of Corruption), The Body (Fall From Innocence), and The Breathing Method (A Winter’s Tale).

If they sound familiar, it’s because 3 of the 4 have been made into films, check out the stories behind these films this summer!

A Land Remembered Patrick D. Smith

Swallow the Ocean Laura M. Flynn

The history of Florida since 1858 as seen through the eyes of the MacIvey family. Learn about the swamplands and inhabitants (human and animal) and their interactions in one of the wildest states in the nation—our state!

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Catastrophic Happiness: Finding Joy in Childhood’s Messy Years Catherine Newman

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Isabella, Mary, and Lauren are at the point in their lives where all of their friends are getting married and getting their lives together and they feel like they are falling apart. What keeps them going? Their friendship. Enjoy this story of friendship.

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have always loved the ocean so when I heard about our school’s Marine Science Camp, I decided to give it a try. I am so glad I did.

It was amazing! Every day was a new adventure exploring salt marshes and wave energy, surfing, canoeing, kayaking, finding plankton in the water, fishing, paddle boarding, and all of the grades go on a trip to a spring somewhere in northern Florida.

Upcoming 6th, 7th, and 8th graders can do the camp. There are 3 sessions for the camp spread out over the summer. The camp offers experiences in a lab or on the field in a day, sometimes both. During the camp you have 2 day rotations with different teachers.

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Personal Highlights

There were many highlights to the camp but my personal favorite was going to Blue Springs State Park located near Deland Florida. For me the springs visit was on the last day of the camp. At the park you can go tubing, snorkeling or just plain swimming. There are many fish and also manatee. We used snorkels to look under the water and we were able to see the manatee and swim with them.

Don’t be scared but the same is true with alligators (they don’t really come in the swim zone though).

Another thing I did that was really cool was go fishing at the Pellicer Creek Estuary with seine nets. We canoed from Favor Dykes Park to Princess Place where we saw marshes, mud flats and oyster beds up close. My friend and I caught a baby puffer fish and a lot of other cool stuff.

Wind surfing was pretty cool but not easy to get up in the air. We were at Anastasia State Park, at an estuary behind the barrier islands. I also learned how to use a Hobie Cat, or a catamaran which is a small sail boat.

If you are a middle schooler, you should definitely try Marine Science Camp – There is nothing quite like the experience!

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“I found something, grandpa! I found something!” a seven year old girl exclaimed from the shore of the St. Johns River.

In her past, the murky brown water brought fun and adventure, today it delivered something else: history. The older gentleman, “grandpa,” wandered over and looked in amazement at what the girl had in her hand. He gently took it from her and smiled. He looked at the arrowhead, then at the river, then at her and said, “Let me tell you a story.” On that day, thirty years ago at a picnic area along our naturally beautiful and historic river, my grandpa lovingly told me the story of the Seminoles along the St. Johns.

My childhood is full of many great memories of the St. Johns River. I want my own children to make memories here, too. That’s why the work of the St. Johns Riverkeeper is so important, for the River, for the future. The St. Johns Riverkeeper is a, “privately funded, independent, and trusted voice for the St. Johns River and the public to whom it belongs.” Its Mission is “to be an independent voice that defends, advocates, and activates others for the protection and restoration of the St. Johns River.”

To achieve this Mission, they tirelessly observe the river habitat and water conditions and provide opportunities for the public to

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by Jennifer Yarbrough Photos by Ayolane Halusky SJC Park Naturalist and St. Johns Riverkeeper

enjoy and learn about the St. Johns River.

The St. Johns Riverkeeper patrols the river regularly, noting the river’s health and areas of concern. Current areas of concern are excess nutrients and sedimentation from run-off, bacterial overgrowth, habitat loss, wetland reduction, and pollutants.

Two areas of immediate concern to the river’s health are water withdrawal and dredging. To meet water demands in Central Florida, the St. Johns River Water Management District proposed the District Water Supply Plan which provides for the withdrawal of more than 64 million gallons of water a day from the St. Johns River and up to 86 million gallons from one of its most important tributaries, the Ocklawaha River. Since the St. Johns River flows north, we may feel the effects of the water withdrawals in our area. Such effects could include pollution and increases in algal blooms and salinity. The Riverkeeper maintains that conservation methods would work to meet Central Florida water supply needs while being more cost-effective and environmentally responsible.

Ayolane Halusky, SJC Park Naturalist and

St. Johns Riverkeeper at a past 'Blessing of the River.'

The other area of immediate concern is the Jaxport plan for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to dredge thirteen miles of the St. Johns River from the Dames point to the Atlantic Ocean to allow larger ships port entry. The Riverkeeper asserts that the increase in salinity could damage or destroy the wetlands and grasses of the river and its tributaries, including local Julington Creek. The group recently filed a petition against the Florida Department of Environmental Protection for a hearing on its granting of a permit for the dredging.

The St. Johns Riverkeeper seeks to maintain the health of the River and fights for its responsible use for us, “the public to whom it belongs.” Check out their website www.stjohnsriverkeeper.org for ways that you can get involved! Host a workshop at your business or school, participate in a clean-up or find information about history, boat ramps, and more!

Two upcoming events that are sure to make a “splash” are:

Rising Tides: McCoy’s Creek Clean-up, July 14, 2016. Creek clean-up from 5:30pm-7:00pm and social from 7:00pm-8:00pm at Bold City Brewery.

Contact Alicia Smith, Rising Tides Chair, (904) 5635160, alicia818@hotmail.com .

4th Annual River Ruckus at the Riverside Arts Market (RAM), August 27, 2016 from 10:00am4:00pm. In addition to all of the awesome produce, crafts and vendors of RAM, enjoy water-based activities, kids crafts, educational information, music and beer from SweetWater Brewing Company. Contact Shannon Blankinship, shannon@stjohnsriverkeeper. org (904) 256-7613

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JULY July 1

First Friday Art Walk St. Augustine

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First Friday Garden Walk

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Free Concerts in the Plaza

Concerts in the Plaza will offer free summer concerts every Thursday from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Local and regional musicians perform in the gazebo of St. Augustine's historic Plaza de la Constitution. For information and a list of performers, visit http://www.staugustinegovernment.com/the-city/ featured-stories-archive/CitP16.cfm

RSVPOn the First Friday of the month, come on down to the Treasure Shoppe at the St. Augustine Pirate & Treasure Museum from 6:00-8:00 PM where there will be a featured famous treasure diver. You will hear of his/her findings and meet like-minded treasure hunters. Bring your own treasures that you have found and learn the value and history of the items. Visit http://thepiratemuseum.com/museum-news/

July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Riverside Arts Market

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July 5, 12, 19, 26 Free Tuesdays at the Cummer Museum

RSVPEvery Tuesday from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM enjoy free admission to the Cummer Museum and its historic Gardens, thanks to the generous support of Florida Blue. The Cummer Café is open for Tapas Tuesday. Visit the website for more info.

July 6

First Wednesday Art Walk Jacksonville

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fish Tournament, a Backwater Challenge, and a Junior Kingfish tournament. The Junior Kingfish Tournament opens the event with its captain's meeting on Thursday, July 7. The Junior Tournament will take place on Friday, July 8, 2016. Teams compete for $24,000 in case and prizes. The two-day Backwater Challenge features tournament in shore fishing for redfish. Anglers may fish by boat, pier, or off the beach, and all fish must be landed by rod and reel. Teams in this tournament will vie for over $4,000 in cash and prizes. This is a family-friendly event, with live entertainment and food trucks on-site from Friday to Sunday. http://acgfa.com/AncientCityGameFishChallenge. aspx

July 7, 14, 21, 28

Meet the Treasure Hunter Series (FREE)

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Calendar by Jennifer Yarbrough To include your event please email: jennyarbrough79@gmail.com

July 9

GTM Research Reserve Walk

Photo by Ayolane Halusky, SJC Park Naturalist and St. Johns Riverkeeper

July 6, 13, 20, 27 Wednesday Market at the Pier

Every Wednesday, from 8:00 am - 12:30 pm at St. Johns County Pier.

July 6, 13, 20, 27 Music by the Sea, St. Augustine RSVP

The Music by the Sea series presents its 14th season with concerts beginning on May 11, 2016, and continuing each Wednesday evening through October 12, 2016. This annual summer music and food celebration features local bands and performers paired with local restaurants to entertain visitors and promote St. Augustine Beach. Food service starts at 6:00pm and bands play from 7:00-9:00pm. St. Augustine Beach Pier, 350 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine, FL 32080 Call (904) 347-8007 or Visit www.sabca.org or http://thecivicassociation.org/music_by_the_sea_summer_concerts for more information.

July 7-10

Ancient City Game Fish Challenge

Camachee Cove from Friday to Sunday, July 7 to July 10, 2016.

This year's event will include three divisions: a two-day King-

RSVP The GTM Research Reserve will host a trail walk every 2nd Saturday from 8:30am to 10:30am. Join GTM Research Reserve staff and/or volunteers for a 1.5 mile walk that the entire family will enjoy. Meet at the GTM Research Reserve’s Trailhead Pavilion located west of the Guana Dam. Wear comfortable closed toe shoes. There is a $3 per vehicle parking fee. http://www. gtmnerr.org/

July 14

Rising Tides: McCoys Creek Cleanup Summertime Special!

Join the St. Johns Riverkeeper on McCoys Creek for this summertime cleanup and Happy Hour!! The summer heat can be hard for morning cleanups on the creek so this month will have an evening cleanup. Meet at Bold City Brewery at 5:30 to gather supplies, then walk towards McCoys Creek, removing the trash along the streets. This trash all leads directly to McCoys Creek during rainstorms. Afterwards, from 7-8, join us for a pint in the taproom and noms from La Bodega Original Please bring:Water, Bug Spray, Sunscreen/hat/sunglasses, Closed toed shoes. Alicia Smith, Rising Tides Chair, (904) 563-5160, alicia818@hotmail.com

Saturday, July 30

Uptown Saturday Night

RSVPOn the last Saturday of the month, explore the shops and galleries of "Uptown" St. Augustine from 5:00 – 9:00 pm Live music, refreshments, new exhibits and more along San Marco Avenue North of W. Castillo. For additional information, please call 904-823-9263

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hether it’s related to people or pets, most people have heard the term heat stroke. Heat stroke seems pretty obvious in its recognition and prevention, however, most people don’t realize how quickly and easily it can happen. Since heat stroke is a life-threatening condition, it’s important to understand the causes for heat stroke, how to recognize the signs, and what to do if you suspect that your pet is having a heat stroke.

A dog’s normal body temperature is around 101.5°F. Any time the body temperature is higher than 105°F, a true emergency exists. Heat stroke generally occurs in hot summer weather when dogs are left with inadequate ventilation in hot vehicles. However, heat stroke may also occur in other conditions, including: DD When an animal is left outdoors in hot/humid conditions without adequate shade.

DD When exercised in hot/humid weather.

DD When left in a car on a relatively cool (70°F) day (a vehicle may increase by an average of 40 degrees Fahrenheit within one hour regardless of outside temperature).

DD Other predisposing factors may be obesity and/ or diseases affecting a pet’s airway. Also, brachycephalic (short-nosed) breeds are not able to ex-

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pel heat well and are more prone to developing this condition.

DD Dogs do not sweat through their skin like humans; they release heat primarily by panting and they sweat through the foot pads and nose.

If a dog cannot effectively expel heat, the internal body temperature begins to rise. Once the dog's temperature reaches 106°, damage to the body's cellular system and organs may become irreversible.

sun immediately.

DD Begin cooling your dog with cool water. You may place wet rags on the foot pads and around the head, but replace them frequently as they warm up.

DD DO NOT use ice or ice water! Extreme cold can cause the blood vessels to constrict, preventing the body's core from cooling.

DD Offer your dog cool water, but do not let your dog drink excessive amounts at a time.

DD Call your vet, even if your dog seems better. Your vet may want to do some testing to ensure no organ damage has occurred.

Signs of Heat Stroke DD Increased temperature (over 104° requires action, over 106° is a dire emergency) DD Vigorous panting DD Dark red/dry gums DD Dizziness/Collapse DD Thick saliva

Preventing Heat Stroke

What to do if You Suspect Heat Stroke DD If you have the slightest suspicion that your dog is suffering from heat stroke, you must take immediate action.

DD Move your dog out of the heat and away from the

DD NEVER leave your dog alone in the car on a warm day, even if the windows are open.

DD Avoid vigorous exercise on warm days. When outside, find the shade.

DD Keep fresh cool water available at all times.

DD Some dogs can recover fully from heat stroke if it’s caught early enough. Others suffer permanent organ damage and require lifelong treatment. Sadly, many dogs do not survive heat stroke. Prevention is the key to keeping your dog safe during warmer weather.

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