Hot Weather 

If dogs are too hot and can’t reduce their body temperature by panting, they may develop heatstroke which can be fatal.    

Heatstroke can affect any type of dog, but certain breeds and types of dogs are at increased risk

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There are steps we can take to protecting our pets in the hot weather: 

• Never leave your pet in the car 

• Use pet safe sun creams on any exposed skin, nose and ears

• Always make sure they have access to shade and fresh drinking water 

• Groom them regularly - brushing will remove old/excess hair leaving them with a less dense coat 

• They may also appreciate a paddling pool/cooling mat/cooling collar 

• Only walk your dog early morning of late evening to avoid the peak heat in the daytime - beware of concrete pavements as dogs can burn their paws