EVERYDAY SCIENCE

Detailed explanation-1: -Panting as a cooling mechanism is necessary because dogs do not have an effective system of sweat glands like people do. Instead, dogs cool their bodies using the evaporation of moisture from the mouth and tongue and exchange the hot air of their lungs with cooler external air.

Detailed explanation-2: -Most dogs don’t pant for long and their breathing is back to normal within a few minutes. But if your pooch is panting for longer than 10 minutes then it’s a sign that they are probably overheating or suffering from another illness.

Detailed explanation-3: -Dogs have a small number of sweat glands (such as those on their paw pads) but these do not contribute significantly to heat loss. Dogs predominantly lose heat by conduction (such as contact with a cold surface) and convection (transfer of heat energy from hot to cooler molecules) through the skin.

Detailed explanation-4: -Your dog may be suffering from heatstroke if they display any of these signs: Fast, heavy breathing or panting. A bright red tongue. Sticky gums.

Detailed explanation-5: -Use tap water (luke warm, not hot or ice cold) to douse the dog. While dousing the dog with water, set a fan to blow on the dog. Move the dog to shade or A/C. DO NOT make the dog drink water. Continue all cool down attempts until the panting stops. More items •25-Jul-2011