A vet has warned people in key areas across the UK to follow a 'no walkies window' on Wednesday, June 24

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Charities have also warned about caring for cats in the heat

Owners are urged not to walk their pets at certain times of the day

The Met Office has warned temperatures are forecast to reach 40 degrees in some parts of the UK - and vets are urging dog owners to use this simple seven-second pavement test to…

Charities have also warned about caring for cats in the heatwave

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleA rare red weather warning has been issued…

Pet owners up and down the country will be wondering when is best to take their dog for a walk in the heatwave - and there's a simple five-second test which will give you the…

A vet has warned people in key areas across the UK to follow a 'no walkies window' on Wednesday, June 24