02/07/2026
☀️ Heatstroke Warning – Please Keep a Close Eye on Your Pets ☀️
With the unusually high temperatures we're experiencing, we've sadly seen a significant number of pets suffering from heatstroke over the last few days.
This is Winnie, a lovely 7-year-old Bulldog. ❤️ Despite her owners doing everything right – no walks in the heat, plenty of fresh water, and lots of cooling aids – Winnie still developed heatstroke. Unfortunately, brachycephalic (flat-faced) breeds, such as Bulldogs, Pugs, French Bulldogs, and Boxers, are much more susceptible because they cannot cool themselves as efficiently as other dogs.
Thankfully, Winnie received prompt veterinary treatment and is now doing well. 🐾
🚨 Please watch out for the signs of heatstroke:
• Excessive panting or difficulty breathing
• Drooling more than usual
• Bright red or very pale gums
• Lethargy, weakness or reluctance to move
• Vomiting or diarrhoea
• Confusion, wobbliness or collapse
• Seizures (in severe cases)
💧 How you can help prevent heatstroke:
• Avoid walking dogs during hot weather – even early mornings and evenings may still be too warm.
• Ensure constant access to fresh, cool water.
• Keep pets indoors or in shaded, well-ventilated areas.
• Use cooling mats, damp towels (never ice-cold water), fans or air conditioning where possible.
• Never leave pets in a parked car, even for a few minutes.
• Take extra care with flat-faced breeds, older pets, overweight pets, and those with heart or breathing conditions.
⚠️ If you think your pet may be suffering from heatstroke, don't wait. Move them somewhere cool, offer small amounts of water if they're able to drink, begin cooling them with cool (not ice-cold) water, and contact us immediately. Heatstroke is a medical emergency, and early treatment can save lives.
If you're ever unsure, we'd much rather you call us for advice than wait until it's too late.
Please help us keep all our furry friends safe during this hot weather by sharing this post. 🐶🐱💙
