Vets Now has warned of a sharp rise in dog heatstroke emergencies this summer and is urging owners to carry out a test before heading out – here's what you need to know to keep your pet safe in the heat.

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…

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Doing this could be extremely dangerous to your dog

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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…

Ensure they have constant access to fresh, cool water and limit outdoor activity to cooler times of the day, like early morning.

The most serious cases can result in irreversible brain damage or death

It's important to help keep our pets cool and comfortable to avoid serious illnesses like heat exhaustion and stroke

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As the UK faces a record-setting heatwave with red weather warnings issued, the RSCPA has shared steps with pet owners on how to prevent their dogs from overheating. Last year,…

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Vets Now has warned of a sharp rise in dog heatstroke emergencies this summer and is urging owners to carry out a test before heading out – here's what you need to know to keep…

Here's what you need to know about cooling your dog off in the heat

The RSPCA has issued a warning to dog owners as the UK continues to experience a scorching heatwave

As temperatures continue to climb to unprecedented levels, there's one essential dog command you need to teach your pet to avoid risking food poisoning and serious blockages.

A vet has shared his advice for keeping pets cool during the UK heatwave