22/06/2026
Some info about managing your dogs in this weather. There is still a lot of information going around which is NOT correct. Especially groomers who still think a double coat keeps a dog cool in summer and warm in winter 🙄 it doesn't. Unless you are showing your dog clipping him will not harm him and contray to belief coat grows back in time for winter.
Taken from Dr David Marlin
Managing dogs in HOT weather!
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Dr David Marlin’s top tips to help you manage your dog in the extensive heat – a few simple principles can help you to keep your pet/s comfortable and safe in the hottest summer months.
Some basics are:
🐶 AVOIDING the heat is the best approach.
🐶 Walk in the early morning or late evening
🐶 Reduce activity e.g. keep dogs on leads or avoid ball games, etc
🐶 If your dog is outside it must have access to shade
🐶 Keep dogs inside during the hottest part of the day in a ventilated room (but with the windows shut), with curtains or blinds pulled and ideally with a stone or tiled floor
🐶 Get a mobile AC unit or fan
🐶 Water MUST always be available
🐶 A few ice cubes on their own or in the water bowl will cause no ill effect BUT this will not offer any significant cooling benefit.
🐶 Consider clipping (see below for more information)
🐶 Spray your dog with water from a garden spray, plant sprayer or hose
🐶 Provide a paddling pool
🐶 To keep the house cool, open windows at night and close them in the morning and pull curtains/blinds. Your house is insulated and will keep heat out during the day
Do you know the signs of heatstroke in dogs? Or what temperature is considered cold for your dog?
READ David's quick full guide here >>> https://drdavidmarlin.com/managing-dogs-in-hot-weather/
PLEASE SHARE - THIS INFORMATION COULD SAVE A DOG'S LIFE!
Thanks,
DDM Team
Dr David Marlin’s top tips to help you manage your dog in the heat – a few simple principles can help you keep your pet/s comfortable and safe in the hottest summer months. AVOIDING the heat is the best approach. Some basics are: Walk in the early morning or late evening Reduce activity e.g. kee...