Exertional heat stroke results from strenuous physical activity in high heat, while non-exertional heat stroke typically ...

Non-exertional heat stroke is caused by environmental conditions alone. Because their fur would nullify any sweat glands on their body, animals like cats and dogs only sweat through their paw pads.

Exertional heat stroke (EHS) means an elevated body core temperature above 40°C with central nervous system (CNS) dysfunction that occurs during physical activity. EHS and its progression to ...