🚨 Signs of Heat Stress & Burned Pads:
Licking/chewing paws, limping, red/blistered pads, heavy excessive panting, drooling, or weakness.
- Move Inside Immediately: Get off hot surfaces into air conditioning or heavy shade.
- Cool Paws Gently: Flush pads with cool tap water or apply a damp cloth for 10-15 minutes.
- Avoid Ice: Extreme cold can shock tissue and worsen damage. Never burst blisters.
- Contact Vet: If blisters open, skin is raw, or heavy lethargy sets in, see your vet right away.