03/07/2026
🚨 IMPORTANT: Hot Weather Warning for Dog Owners 🚨
With temperatures rising over the next few days, we want to remind all our friends and followers to change up their walking routines.
Dogs can't sweat like we do, and heatstroke can happen incredibly fast. Here is how to keep your best friend safe while the sun is out:
🐾 The 7-Second Rule: Before you head out, press the back of your bare hand firmly onto the pavement/asphalt. If you can't comfortably hold it there for 7 seconds, it is TOO HOT for your dog's paws. Walk on grass instead, or wait until the sun goes down!
⏰ Shift Your Schedule: Stick to early morning or late evening walks when the air and ground have cooled down. Avoid the midday peak entirely.
💧 Water & Shade: Always pack a portable water bowl and take frequent breaks in shaded areas.
⚠️ Know the Signs of Heatstroke:
Excessive, heavy panting
Bright red or dark gums/tongue
Lethargy, weakness, or stumbling
Vomiting or diarrhea
How We Handle the Heat at Ware's Walkies:
Your pup’s safety is always our absolute priority. On exceptionally hot days, we automatically switch high-energy trail walks to shaded, slow-paced sniff sessions, garden playtime, and plenty of fresh water and indoor fuss!
Stay safe, stay cool, and keep those paws off the hot pavement! 🐾☀️
Need a hand keeping your pup safe in the heat?
If you're stuck at work and worried about your dog at home, we offer shady garden breaks and indoor drop-ins to keep them cool and company-filled.
📞 Contact Ware's Walkies on 07939 853387 or send us a DM to book a spot!
