Evison’s Canine Adventures, Dog walking and Pet services

05/06/2026

01/06/2026

The cooler temperatures this week are perfect for walkies, and we can’t wait to get our friends back out exploring. Have a great week, everyone!

30/05/2026

Too hot for a walk for Victor so here he is choosing his toys and having a play on his home visit today :) such a sweet boy, and so beautiful

26/05/2026

⚠️ PET HEAT WARNING ⚠️

I’ve tried to write some advice for all common pets in the UK during this heatwave. Heatstroke can happen very quickly, even indoors.

🐶 DOGS
• Keep indoors during peak heat
• Use cool showers/hosepipes regularly if needed
• Keep them damp in front of a fan
• Never leave them outside to “dry off”
• Fresh water at all times
• Shut curtains/windows during hottest parts of the day

Signs of heatstroke:
Panting → drooling → red gums → weakness → vomiting → collapse/seizures

🐱 CATS
• Fresh water in multiple places
• Cooling mats/tiled floors help
• Brush excess fur
• Keep indoors and shaded during peak heat

🐹 GUINEA PIGS
• Bring indoors if possible
• Very heat sensitive
• Frozen water bottles wrapped in towels
• Cool ceramic tiles or plates to lie on
• Good airflow but no harsh direct fan
• Extra watery veg like cucumber
• Remove plastic hides if trapping heat

🐰 RABBITS
Rabbits are VERY vulnerable to heatstroke.
• Bring indoors if possible
• Frozen bottles wrapped in towels
• Damp towels nearby (never over them)
• Ceramic tiles help cool them down
• Groom excess fur during moulting
• Keep hutches shaded at all times
• Never leave in conservatories or sheds in this heat

Signs:
Fast breathing, hot ears, lethargy, drooling, wobbling, collapse

🦦 FERRETS
Ferrets struggle badly in heat.
• Keep below 24°C if possible
• Cool shallow water bowls for paddling
• Frozen bottles wrapped in fabric
• Fans and airflow are essential
• NEVER leave in direct sun or warm rooms

🐹 HAMSTERS
• Keep enclosures in the coolest room possible
• Avoid direct sunlight completely
• Remove excess bedding if trapping heat
• Cool ceramic hides/dishes help
• Ensure airflow around cages/tanks

🟤 GERBILS
• Need shade and good airflow
• Avoid humid rooms
• Keep out of direct sunlight
• Use cooled ceramic surfaces
• Watch for lethargy or rapid breathing

🐭 MICE
• Can overheat very quickly
• Keep cages cool and shaded
• Fresh water available constantly
• Ensure airflow around enclosure

🐀 RATS
• Very sensitive to heat
• Fans nearby help airflow
• Frozen bottles wrapped in fabric help cooling
• Keep out of direct sunlight

⚪ CHINCHILLAS
Chinchillas are extremely heat sensitive and can die very quickly in UK heatwaves.
• Ideally need temperatures under 20°C
• Air conditioning is safest if possible
• Use cooling tiles/slabs
• Keep rooms dark and cool
• Avoid humidity completely

🦔 HEDGEHOGS
• Can suffer heat stress quickly
• Keep cool and shaded
• Plenty of fresh water
• Avoid hot rooms/direct sunlight

🐦 BIRDS
• Keep cages away from windows/direct sun
• Good airflow is important
• Offer cool fresh water frequently
• Avoid overheated conservatories/rooms

🐠 FISH
• Tank temperatures can rise dangerously fast
• Keep tanks out of direct sunlight
• Extra aeration may help
• Monitor water temperatures closely

🐴 HORSES
• Fresh water constantly
• Provide shade at all times
• Avoid riding/exercise during peak heat
• Hose down with cool water if overheating
• Watch for sweating, rapid breathing, lethargy or distress

⚠️ Higher risk pets include:
• Elderly pets
• Flat-faced breeds
• Overweight pets
• Long-haired pets

Please take this heat seriously. Sadly pets can and do die during weather like this, even indoor

26/05/2026

Unfortunately today I’ve heard of two bulldogs passing away. They weren’t even being walked — they were at home. This heat can sadly be fatal for dogs, especially brachycephalic breeds.

My advice: get them under a hosepipe or cool shower regularly if needed, then keep them wet in front of a fan. Do not leave them outside to dry off in this heat.

Shut curtains and windows, use damp towels on the floor (never over the dog), keep fresh water available at all times, and use air conditioning if you can afford it. If not, cool them down very regularly.

Signs of heat distress, from early to severe:
• Excessive panting
• Thick drool/stringy saliva
• Bright red gums or tongue
• Restlessness or inability to settle
• Weakness or wobbling
• Vomiting or diarrhoea
• Collapse, seizures, or unresponsiveness

I’ve already had Dorothy under the hosepipe today, much to her dismay.

26/05/2026

Wilf and Tallulah enjoying their pop in

26/05/2026

Wilson approves of our new summer water toy to make house visit cool and fun whilst they have a drink also 👌

21/05/2026

Arnie enjoying a walk on the canal and play on the field

21/05/2026

Max enjoying his two walks with us this week, definitely burnt off his energy.