Keeping Dogs Cool Checklist
Keeping Dog Cool can be difficult because dogs don’t sweat they pant to keep themselves cool. We have created this checklist to give you ways to help your dog stay cool this summer.
Mans best friend. Whether fluffy or sleek, most dogs struggle in hot weather and keeping themselves cool.
Beware for signs of dehydration in dogs and heatstroke which can include collapse, excessive panting, dribbling. and loss of energy.
In extreme heat give tepid water and wrap in tepid water wet towels to reduce heat gradually.
Keeping Dogs Cool Checklist
Cool Place
Cool shady spot preferably with a draught or creat a cool shade using sunshades.
Fresh Water
Also carry water with you on walks with a collapsible water bowl.Pop ice cubes in water bowls.
Ice Cubes
Make cooling tasty treats in ice cubes or stuff a Kong and pop it in the freezer.
Wet Coat
Wet their coat with tepid cool water. Especially under forlegs (armpits) and pads.
Cooling Mats
If you dont have a cooling mat try a wet towel to lay on.
Paddling Pool
Access to a paddling pool with shallow, cool water in the shade.
Walks Cooler Times
No dog has died from missing a walk but dogs have died from one walk in the heat.
Dogs’ Paws
Paw pads can burn on hot surfaces so check using your own hand. If its too hot for you its too hot for them to walk on.
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