KEEPING YOUR DOG COOL IN THE SUMMER
As the temperatures rise during the summer months, it's essential to keep your furry friend cool and comfortable. Dogs are susceptible to heatstroke and other heat-related illnesses, so it's crucial to take steps to keep them cool. Here are some top tips on keeping your dog cool in the summer.
- Provide plenty of shade
Make sure your dog has access to plenty of shade, whether that's by providing a shady spot in your yard or setting up a canopy or umbrella. If you're taking your dog for a walk, try to stick to shaded areas, and avoid going out during the hottest parts of the day.
- Keep them hydrated
It's important to keep your dog hydrated during the summer months, so make sure they always have access to fresh, clean water. You can also add ice cubes to their water bowl to help keep it cool. If you're taking your dog out for a walk or hike, bring plenty of water for them to drink along the way. With Cocopup foldable bowls and collapsible water bottles its easy to bring water on those summer walkies!
- Avoid hot surfaces
Hot pavement, sand, and other surfaces can burn your dog's paws and cause discomfort. Try to stick to grassy areas or shaded paths, and avoid taking your dog for walks during the hottest parts of the day.
- Use cooling products
There are a variety of cooling products available for dogs, such as cooling mats, bandanas, and vests. These products use evaporative cooling technology to help regulate your dog's body temperature and keep them cool. Soak one of our Cocopup Bandanas in cool water and tie round your dogs neck to cool them down, repeat each time it dries out to keep them cool all day!
- Limit exercise
During the summer months, it's best to limit your dog's exercise to early morning or late evening when temperatures are cooler. Avoid high-intensity activities, and keep an eye on your dog for signs of overheating, such as excessive panting, drooling, or lethargy.
- Consider indoor activities
If it's too hot to be outside, consider indoor activities such as playing games or training sessions. This will help keep your dog active and engaged while also keeping them cool and comfortable.
In conclusion, it's important to take steps to keep your dog cool and comfortable during the summer months. Providing shade, keeping them hydrated, avoiding hot surfaces, using cooling products, limiting exercise, and considering indoor activities are all excellent ways to keep your furry friend cool and happy all summer long.
