22/05/2026
โ๏ธ Advice On How To Keep Your Cats Cool In This Hot Weather โ๏ธ
Weโve been very lucky recently with all this sunshine, but with temperatures set to rise over the weekend and into next week, we wanted to share some helpful tips on how to keep your cats cool, safe, and comfortable during the warmer weather ๐พ
๐ฑ Make sure your cats always have access to fresh, cool water. Placing extra water bowls around the house and garden can help.
๐ค Keep your home cool by closing curtains or blinds in sunny rooms and making sure there are shaded areas available both indoors and outdoors.
๐ง Some cats enjoy cooling mats, damp towels to lie on, or even frozen water bottles wrapped in a towel placed nearby.
โ๏ธ White and light coloured cats are more prone to sunburn, especially on their ears and noses, which can increase the risk of skin cancer. A high factor 50 sun cream should be applied to their ears before they go outside in sunny weather.
๐ชฎ Cats moult more during warmer weather, so regular grooming can help remove excess fur and reduce the risk of uncomfortable furballs.
๐ซ Avoid travelling with your cat during the hottest parts of the day where possible, and never leave cats in conservatories, sheds, or enclosed hot spaces.
๐ฝ Wet food can help increase your catโs water intake during hot weather, but remember to remove uneaten food promptly so it doesnโt spoil in the heat.
๐บ Watch for signs your cat may be overheating, including:
โข Panting
โข Drooling
โข Lethargy or weakness
โข Breathing difficulties
โข Vomiting
If you are concerned your cat may be suffering from heatstroke, please contact your vet immediately.
Please also remember that stray and outdoor cats struggle in the heat too - leaving out a bowl of fresh water and somewhere shady for them to rest will make a huge difference ๐
For more advice on cats and warm weather, please visit : www.cats.org.uk/help-and-advice/home-and-environment/cats-and-warm-weather
(Please note, the very handsome Felix pictured, is now reserved and will be leaving us shortly for his forever home ๐ก)