Powell’s Paws

27/05/2026

Garden fun with the puppies 🐶 now it’s cooler ☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️

27/05/2026

27/05/2026

Keeping dogs cool is important because dogs are much less efficient at regulating body temperature than humans. They can overheat quickly, especially in warm weather, humid conditions, or enclosed spaces.
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Here’s why it matters:

☀️ Dogs don’t sweat like humans

Dogs mainly cool themselves by panting and through small sweat glands in their paw pads. Panting helps release heat, but it’s not very effective during high temperatures or humidity.

☀️Heatstroke can happen fast
Signs of overheating include:

* Heavy or frantic panting
* Drooling more than usual
* Bright red or pale gums
* Weakness or wobbling
* Vomiting or diarrhea
* Confusion or collapse

☀️Hot surfaces can injure paws

Pavement, artificial grass, and sand can become dangerously hot and burn paw pads. If it’s too hot for your hand for 5 seconds, it’s too hot for a dog’s paws.

☀️☀️Cars become deadly very quickly

Even on mild days, temperatures inside a parked car can rise rapidly. Cracking windows is not enough to keep a dog safe.

☀️Keeping dogs cool helps prevent stress and dehydration

Cool water, shade, airflow, and avoiding exercise during the hottest parts of the day help dogs stay comfortable and healthy.

Good ways to keep dogs cool:

* Fresh water available at all times
* Walks early morning or evening
* Shade and ventilation
* Cooling mats or damp towels
* Avoid overexertion in heat

If a dog shows signs of heatstroke, move them to a cool area, offer small amounts of water, cool them gradually with lukewarm (not ice-cold) water, and contact a vet immediately.

All dogs here at Powells paws have been walked and puppies have played out all before 7.30 to keep everyone safe and 😃

25/05/2026

The time has come for our beautiful puppies to leave us at 8 weeks old 🐾💔

It’s going to be so hard saying goodbye after watching them grow, play, and fill our home with so much love and chaos. Every single one of them has found an amazing forever home, with insurance sorted and little bags all packed ready for their new adventures 🧸✨

We couldn’t be happier knowing they’re all going to families who already adore them. Now we can’t wait to watch them grow and follow their journeys in their new homes ❤️🐶

Good luck babies, you’ll always have a special place in our hearts 💕
Powell’s Paws

24/05/2026

☀️ Hot Weather Warning for Puppies & Dogs 🐶

As temperatures rise, our furry friends can struggle much more than we do in the heat. Puppies are especially vulnerable to overheating and heatstroke.Here at
Powell’s Paws
We have a few simple ways to keep your dog safe this summer:

🐾 Always provide fresh, cool water
🐾 Walk dogs early morning or later in the evening
🐾 Avoid hot pavements — if it’s too hot for your hand, it’s too hot for paws
🐾 Never leave dogs in cars, even for a few minutes
🐾 Make sure they have shade and a cool place to rest
🐾 Watch for signs of heatstroke: excessive panting, drooling, lethargy, vomiting, or collapse

Puppies can become dehydrated very quickly, so keep playtime gentle during hotter parts of the day.

A little extra care can make all the difference and help keep tails wagging safely all summer long ❤️🐕

22/05/2026

Vet checked, First vaccine and chip all done.. They are all perfect and of course Neville has to help out.. Going to miss these babies when they leave😪❤️🐶

19/05/2026

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