Jessie enjoying her first taste of ice-cream last summer
- Avoid walking your dog between 11am and 3pm as these are the hottest times of the day. Keep walks short and do indoor activities if your dog wants to play.
- Never leave your pet in the car, as vehicles heat up incredibly quickly, even if they are left in the shade with a window open. Conservatories can also heat up very rapidly so your pet should not be left unattended.
- Ensure there is always plenty of fresh water easily available and take a doggy water bottle on walks.
- Ensure your pet always has plenty of shaded areas if you are in the garden or on a picnic.
- Your dog will love an outdoor paddling pool - just avoid inflatable ones that could be punctured.
- Try to avoid walking your dog on hot surfaces, as they can hurt their paw pads. Regularly check your dogs’ pads to ensure they are not in discomfort.
- White cats and those with white ears have a higher chance of burning and developing skin cancer, so ask your vet about an appropriate sun block to apply on their ears and bald areas.
- Make ice lollies for dogs by mixing their food with some water and freezing it in a plastic cup. Remove it from the cup before giving it to your dog.
- Beware of BBQs. Don’t give pets meat with cooked bones in, even if they are leftovers, and ensure the BBQ is never left unattended when hot.
- Keep dog and cats’ coats in good condition which will help them stay cool, and have them trimmed if needed.
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