11/07/2025
☀️🐶 HEATWAVE WARNING 🐶☀️
With the high temperatures expected over the weekend, we would like to remind everyone how important it is to protect their pets from heatstroke.
Signs of heatstroke include:
⚠️Heavy or continuous panting
⚠️Excessive drinking
⚠️Drooling
⚠️Vomiting/diarrhoea
⚠️Lethargy
⚠️Seizures or collapse
What to do if you suspect heatstroke:
💦 WET THEN VET! 🩺
❗️Move your dog to a shaded area
❗️Douse them in cold water and cover them with wet towels.
❗️If available, use a fan to keep them cool.
❗️Contact your vet immediately
Some tips to keep your pet cool in these conditions include:
✔️Ensure they have adequate access to fresh water and shelter from the heat.
✔️Planning walks for early in the morning or late in the evening.
✔️Avoid hot footpaths/roads- do the 5 second hand test
✔️ NEVER leave them in a car, even for a short period of time
✔️ Take extra caution with flat-faced and giant breeds, thick coated, over-weight, elderly and very young animals
We hope you all have a lovely weekend 🌸 If anyone has any concerns regarding their pets please don't hesitate to call us on 0877633361 🐾