Heat Stroke or Hyperthermia is when the body becomes dangerously overheated and the heat-regulating mechanisms of the body begin to fail.

So how hot is too hot? When does the heat and humidity become dangerous for your dog? When is panting more than normal? When does a dog go from just being hot to being in danger?

It doesn't take long for a dog to progress through the stages of heat stroke to the point where irreversible damage is done. This is why knowing the early signs as well as what causes heat stroke and how to prevent are so important for dogs owners.

In this episode of the myPET Podcast Aria and Dr Glenn discuss heat stroke in dogs. They talk about what signs to look out for, the contributing risk factors, what weather conditions are dangerous, how to help an overheating dog and some prevention tips.