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How to keep a dog cool and prevent heatstroke…

Make sure your dog has access to clean water at all times, ideally a large bowl filled to the brim. Carry water and a bowl with you on walks.

On hot days, walk your dog during the cooler parts of the day, in the early morning and late evening

Watch your pet for signs of over-heating, including heavy panting and loss of energy. If you recognise these signs when on a walk, stop, find a shady spotand give your dog water.

Never leave your dog (or any pet) alone in a car, even with the windows open

Make cooling tasty treats by making ice cubes with your dog’s favourite food inside or stuff a Kong and pop it in the freezer

Be particularly careful with short nosed dogs such as bull breeds, boxers, pugs, older dogs, and those that are overweight.

These dogs can get heatstroke simply by running around.