Panting cats and dogs are worrying pet-owners as another heatwave grips western Europe. Avoiding the hottest parts of the day used to be enough, but UK vets now warn that pets can overheat even resting indoors.
It’s not just animals in the home who are suffering. As scorching temperatures spread across France, Germany, Italy and the UK, Europe's wildlife is left to fend for itself.
The good news: there are simple ways to lend a hand to the foxes, hedgehogs and birds in your own backyard. Here’s how to protect your local wildlife from the heat.
Create shaded spaces for relief from the sun
Paving stones, artificial grass and treeless yards are tearing away essential habitats for wildlife in Europe.
