Heatwave Triggers Pet Sunburn Alerts and Rising Emergency Calls in Serbia and Hungary

Veterinarian Dr. Scott Miller warned that dogs and cats can suffer sunburn and skin cancer during prolonged heatwaves. He urged pet owners to apply only animal‑specifically formulated sunscreen with at least SPF 30 to exposed areas such as ears, nose and thin‑coated skin, and to avoid walking pets during peak sunlight.

In Subotica, Serbia, the local emergency service reported a sharp increase in heat‑related calls over the past ten days, handling 35–50 incidents per 24 hours. Frequent cases involved fainting from sudden blood‑pressure drops, heart attacks, strokes, and accidents linked to heat‑induced fatigue and concentration loss. Officials advised staying hydrated, limiting outdoor activity during the hottest hours, and using air‑conditioning with moderate temperature differences to prevent additional stress on the body.