29/05/2026
Here at Well Pets, we wanted to share our top tips to safely enjoy this bank holiday weekend with your pet!🌞😸🐶
🐾Keep BBQ skewers, meat and corn on the cob safely away from your pet. Corn on the cob can cause life threatening obstructions and do not show up on x-rays! Skewers and bones can cause perforations, whilst meat scraps could be the cause of pancreatitis.
🐾Sunscreen! Apply *pet-friendly* sunscreen to your pet's nose, tips of their ears or any exposed pink skin. This is especially important for pet's with white fur. Never use human sunscreen on your pet.
🐾Ensure your pet has access to a cool, shaded area at all times and has plenty of fresh water. You can even give them frozen/cold treats to help cool them down.
🐾Walk your dog early morning or late evening, avoiding the hottest parts of the day. If in doubt, skip the walk!
🐾Never, ever leave your pet in a car on a hot day. Temperatures inside can become fatal in minutes.
🐾Know the signs of heatstroke - excessive panting, drooling, lethargy, collapse and red gums are all signs your pet is suffering from dangerous heat exhaustion. Call your vet immediately.
We are closed bank holiday Monday, but our on-call vet can be reached on 📞071-9304978 in an emergency.