How to keep your dog cool
Did you know your dog is 70% water
The best ways to prevent heat stroke in dogs are super easy to know and remember as they are not so different to us humans. If we think or know it is a hot day, then we need to know and implement the below points as they are the best practices for dog heat safety.
Keeping your dog well hydrated
would be one of the most effective ways to keep your dog cool all year long. There are now automatic refillable water bowls available and are one of the best dog products on the market. It gives owners peace of mind that your dog will never go without water.
Keeping your dog well hydrated
would be one of the most effective ways to keep your dog cool all year long. There are now automatic refillable water bowls available and are one of the best dog products on the market. It gives owners peace of mind that your dog will never go without water.
Let your dog rest on hot days
Your dog will find a shady place to lay down in. The most common locations your dog will rest is the garden, grass, dirt, tiles or concrete. When a dog digs in a garden or dirt area us owners quite often disapprove of the dog’s actions. However, if they have dug a shallow and long hole it will be for them to lay in and stay cool.
Let your dog rest on hot days
Your dog will find a shady place to lay down in. The most common locations your dog will rest is the garden, grass, dirt, tiles or concrete. When a dog digs in a garden or dirt area us owners quite often disapprove of the dog’s actions. However, if they have dug a shallow and long hole it will be for them to lay in and stay cool.
Keep your dog inside in the aircon
If available, keeping your dog inside in the aircon can be an extremely effective way to keep them cool as they can maintain a normal body temperature. However never leave you dog in the aircon alone.
Keep your dog inside in the aircon
If available, keeping your dog inside in the aircon can be an extremely effective way to keep them cool as they can maintain a normal body temperature. However never leave you dog in the aircon alone.
NEVER leave your dog in a hot car
Number 1 rule of being a pet owner is to never ever leave your dog in a hot car. If you need to leave your dog while you leave the car there are endless options
- Tie dog up in front of shop/house in the shade
- Keep car running and have additional person in car for supervision
- Install car window vents and a fan in car. Park car in shade
NEVER leave your dog in a hot car
Number 1 rule of being a pet owner is to never ever leave your dog in a hot car. If you need to leave your dog while you leave the car there are endless options
- Tie dog up in front of shop/house in the shade
- Keep car running and have additional person in car for supervision
- Install car window vents and a fan in car. Park car in shade
Walking your dog at sunrise or sunset
You should avoid walking your dog in the peak of the day, in-fact walking your dog when the temperature is above 30° is too hot and there is a very high chance of exposing your dog of heat stroke. It is always best to walk your dog at sunset or sunrise.
Walking your dog at sunrise or sunset
You should avoid walking your dog in the peak of the day, in-fact walking your dog when the temperature is above 30° is too hot and there is a very high chance of exposing your dog of heat stroke. It is always best to walk your dog at sunset or sunrise.
Frozen treats for your dog
Frozen treats for dogs can be both fun and beneficial for them. They will keep your dog hydrated, and cool at the same time. By freezing your dog’s toys or favourite food it will keep them occupied for a period of time and make them happy.
Please note- frozen dog treats must be dog friendly. Feeding your dog the likes of ice cream will make them unwell.
Frozen treats for your dog
Frozen treats for dogs can be both fun and beneficial for them. They will keep your dog hydrated, and cool at the same time. By freezing your dog’s toys or favourite food it will keep them occupied for a period of time and make them happy.
Please note- frozen dog treats must be dog friendly. Feeding your dog the likes of ice cream will make them unwell.
Cooling products for dogs
There are now a variety of cooling products you can purchase for your dogs. These cooling products are all very simple and effective to keep them cool, some simply by putting them in the fridge or freezer and others by connecting the hose. List below are the top cooling products currently available.
Cooling products for dogs
There are now a variety of cooling products you can purchase for your dogs. These cooling products are all very simple and effective to keep them cool, some simply by putting them in the fridge or freezer and others by connecting the hose. List below are the top cooling products currently available.
Pets should not be left along when using or having access to pet cooling products. Having a permanent pool in the yard for your dog to cool off in is one of the most effective ways for a dog to cool itself down. This can help your dog cool quite quickly. It is however important to keep a minimum level of water in the paddle pool for the chance of drowning of both animals and small children. Always have a maximum water level in the pool that is at your dog’s foot level.