Just like humans, when pets overheat, they can cause serious health risks. Dr. Zay Satchu, co-founder and chief veterinary officer of Bond Vet, a New York City veterinary clinic, said: “Dogs may overheat and develop heat stroke, which can be fatal.” When their internal body temperature becomes very high, “pets may become dehydrated. , Their bodies may begin to experience multiple organ failure." If not treated immediately, pets may suffer or die from complications of organ damage, so it is important to pay attention to symptoms of overheating, such as increased breathing rate and "dry gums." Or sticky, excessive drooling, changes in the gums "and decreased tongue color, energy levels, changes in mental status, or loss of consciousness," said Dr. Satchu.
The best thing to do is to prevent the dog from overheating in the first place. Dr. Satchu suggested that in hot weather, the dog walking time should be controlled within 10 minutes each time (only go out in the early morning and late at night to avoid the hottest time), restrict other outdoor activities, and provide plenty of water throughout the day.
In addition to these tips, Dr. Satchu also suggested some things you can keep to reduce the risk of pets overheating, so we picked Amazon to find every version that shoppers like best. Read on for seven pet cooling products you should take with you this summer (and every summer).
Because their fur can act as an insulator, most long-haired breeds are more adaptable to hot weather than you think; Dr. Sacho is more concerned about breeds with squashed faces, such as French bulldogs and pugs. In any case, she said it is important for all pet owners to carry water with them when they go out so that their pets can drink water when they need it. You can carry a collapsible water bowl and pour it in from your own bottle, but Amazon reviewers swear that PetFusion’s insulated water bottle can keep the contents refrigerated for several hours. It comes with a dispenser from which your dog can sip easily-one reviewer said this is the "HydroFlask" your dog needs.
buy it! PetFusion portable insulated dog water bottle with water dispenser, $15.95; Amazon website
It is important to consider the ground temperature on the pet's paws. Dr. Satchu said that boots are a good protection measure in hot weather. Qumy's breathable and cool dog shoes have been recognized by hundreds of Amazon shoppers, and there are comments like: "We live in a hot place, because my dog's feet were burned on the sidewalk, so I bought this Pair of shoes," a shopper said. "He used to have some rubber waterproof boots, but he can easily overheat when wearing them. These shoes seem to be more comfortable for him. They can make his feet breathe, and he performs much better."
buy it! Qumy hot sidewalk dog shoes, $28.99; Amazon.com
For dogs who don’t like to wear boots, Dr. Satchu recommends a protective paw, like the paws of her own Bond Vet in her clinic: apply it before every walk to protect and soften your dog’s precious paws ( Not to mention their noses). At the same time, pet parents on Amazon called Musher's Secret Dog Paw Wax a "good product for paw protection" and awarded it a five-star rating of 13,000.
buy it! Bond Vet Paw Balm, US$12; Bangwei.com
buy it! Musher's Secret Dog Paw Wax, $14.99; Amazon.com
Dr. Satchu said that a cooling vest can provide relief in a short time, but wearing it for too long will eventually cause heat to enter the body, so when your dog wears one, please pay attention to whether your dog has any signs of overheating mentioned above. The favorite of pet parents on Amazon is the Swamp Cooler vest designed by Ruffwear for dogs, which they call "very suitable for hot weather." To use it, just wet the vest with cold water: it uses evaporation to lower the dog's body temperature, and its external reflective layer prevents excessive ultraviolet radiation. The inner mesh is comfortable and breathable. Unlike other cool vests, Ruffwear's zipperless version is easy to slip on. It can even be tied to the belt seamlessly-no wonder the owner calls it a "gift of heaven."
buy it! Ruffwear Swamp Cooler Cooling Vest for Dogs, $59.95; Amazon.com
According to Dr. Sarcho, the most important (and easiest) thing is to bring your pet in when it is too hot outside. Trust your instinct: if it is too hot for you, it may also be too hot for your dog. Even if you can tolerate the outside environment, providing shade for your furry friends is still a good idea. An elevated dog bed with a canopy keeps the direct heat of the sun away from their backs and keeps the warm ground away from their paws. Shoppers can try Superjare’s outdoor elevated dog bed; critics say it can keep dogs cool in hot summer weather.
buy it! Superjare XLarge outdoor dog bed, $59.99; Amazon.com
If you and your puppy are hanging out in your backyard for a long time, Dr. Satchu pointed out the importance of providing water there-even if the weather is tolerable. Most of them are suitable for standard water bowls, but if you want a relaxed setting, you can take it outside without constant refills (and also provide hours of entertainment), this outdoor peddling dog drinker may be Perfect you. It is easy to install and comes with a hose, which you can connect to an outdoor water source (such as a garden tap). Critics say this is "perfect summer fun" and "very much needed in summer".
buy it! Trio Gato pedal outdoor dog drinker, $67.99; Amazon.com
Dr. Satchu said that when you bring pets indoors, they should ideally be in a climate-controlled environment. Many homes rely on air conditioning settings, but if you need an extra boost to lower the temperature, try this portable air conditioner, which can instantly "reduce the temperature of the room".
buy it! Auzkin portable air conditioner, $45.99; Amazon website
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