25/05/2026
This time every year, cat rescues like mine get calls for collapsed strays, found dehydrated and overheating.
Please remember that not all cats have access to a water bowl so putting a big bowl of water in your garden can save a life. Plus the birds will be grateful too.
Keep an eye on your own fur babies and at the first sign of heatstroke (panting, drooling, confusion, vomiting or collapse) get them straight to a vet- it can kill within minutes. First emergency steps are move them to a shaded area, wet their coat with luke warm or cool water, NEVER use iced water as this can push them into shock. Provide air flow over the wet coat and take to a vet ASAP even if they are seemingly recovering.
Provide lots of water, cool mats, shaded areas and don’t forget to apply pet safe suncream (easily bought from Amazon) to any white/pink areas on the nose and outside of ears.
And don’t forget to stay safe yourself. They need you too! ☀️🏖️🐈🐈⬛🧴💧