Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleThe UK is currently experiencing a record-setting heatwave, prompting red weather warnings across the country. The RSCPA has issued advice to dog owners on how to prevent their pets from overheating during this period. Last year, Inspiring Vet Care reported 355 suspected cases of heatstroke in dogs, with 66% occurring over the summer months. Dr David Tweedle shared three essential steps for dog owners to help reduce their pets’ body temperature and potentially save their lives. He stressed the importance of owners remaining calm, stating, 'Remember, if you keep your cool, we can keep pets cool.' In fullRSPCA urges dog owners to impose ‘lockdown’ on pets with three tips to avoid overheatingThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
UK heatwave: The urgent advice for dog owners to prevent pet heatstroke
Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleThe UK is currently experiencing a record-setting heatwave, prompting red weather warnings across the country. The RSCPA has issued advice to dog owners on how to prevent their pets from overheating during this period. Last year, Inspiring Vet Care reported 355 suspected cases of heatstroke in dogs, with 66% occurring over the summer months. Dr David Tweedle shared three essential steps for dog owners to help reduce their pets’ body temperature and potentially save their lives. He stressed the importance of owners remaining calm, stating, 'Remember, if you keep your cool, we can keep pets cool.' In fullRSPCA urges dog owners to impose ‘lockdown’ on pets with three tips to avoid overheatingThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
