24/06/2026
🌞🐾 Keeping Your Dog Cool During the Heatwave 🐾🌞
With temperatures soaring, it's important to help our dogs stay safe and comfortable in the heat. Unlike us, dogs can struggle to regulate their body temperature and can quickly become unwell if they overheat.
Here are our top tips for keeping your furry friends cool:
💧 Always provide plenty of fresh, cool water.
🚶 Walk early in the morning or provide your dog enrichment at home like scattering treats or frozen lickimats.
🔥 Check pavements before heading out – if it's too hot for your hand, it's too hot for their paws.
🌳 Seek shade and avoid strenuous exercise during the hottest part of the day.
🧊 Use cooling mats, fans, or frozen treats to help them cool down.
🚗 Never leave your dog in a parked car, even for a few minutes.
Watch out for signs of heatstroke, including excessive panting, drooling, lethargy, vomiting, or collapse. If you're concerned, contact your vet immediately.
🏊 Hydrotherapy can be a fantastic way for dogs to exercise safely while staying cool during warmer weather. If you'd like to find out more about how hydrotherapy or physiotherapy can help keep your dog happy, healthy, and active, feel free to get in touch.
Stay safe, stay cool, and give your dogs an extra cuddle from us! ❤️🐶