this post was submitted on 15 Jan 2024
9 points (100.0% liked)

Melbourne

1865 readers
83 users here now

This community is a place created for the people of Melbourne and Victoria. We are a positive, welcoming and inclusive community. We might not agree about everything, but we always strive to stay civil and respectful.

The focus of our discussions is based around things that effect Victoria, but we are also free to discuss our local perspective on wider issues. Or head to the regular Daily Random Discussion thread to talk about anything.

Full Community Guidelines

Ongoing discussions, FAQs & Resources (still under construction)

Adoption Certificate for Nellie, the Daily Thread numbat (with thanks to @Catfish)

Feedback & Suggestions

founded 1 year ago
MODERATORS
you are viewing a single comment's thread
view the rest of the comments
[–] [email protected] 6 points 10 months ago (2 children)

Does anyone elses cat get a bit lethargic in the heat? I've booked a vet appointment for tomorrow regardless because Gibson has been a bit slow and sluggish.

She's eating dry and wet food and treats.

But still worried.

[–] [email protected] 12 points 10 months ago (1 children)

Yes! Hot weather = Flat Cat. Totally normal.

an overheated cat

[–] [email protected] 5 points 10 months ago (1 children)

Oh thank god. I was really, really worried ❤️

[–] [email protected] 6 points 10 months ago (1 children)

If she’ll put up with it, rub her down with an ice cube.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 10 months ago

I'll chuck on my body armour in advance lol

[–] [email protected] 4 points 10 months ago

Mine gets a bit floppy in the heat, but he's stupid and seeks out the hottest parts of the house.

Instead of an ice cube like another comment said, I use a cool wet flannel and rub him down (being sure to get his face, pits, and paws) and I throw an ice cube or two in his water.