22/06/2026
It's time to mention that buzzword that's been going about for the last few days - Heatwave!
I found this chart which is a good illustration about walking dogs safely in the heat.
Young puppies, Brachycepahlic breeds and Seniors are more susceptible in extremes of weather and so caution must be taken in even walking them in certain levels of temperature. Other factors to consider are weight, age, fitness level and fur type.
As per my policy, once the thermometer hits 20°C, walks are brought forward to avoid the building heat throughout the day and walks are shortened for everyone's safety & wellbeing (or changed to a home & garden visit for susceptible breeds/puppies/Seniors).
I always carry drinking water and wherever possible on hot days like those forecast, I especially like to take the dogs places where there is some running water to allow them to cool off if need be (sorry in advance to those who have absolute bog monsters who love muddy puddles as well as the clean, running water as there may be extra visits to these spots this week😂).
Hopefully we have some pleasant but cooler temps soon but summer is almost definitely here! 🐾☀️😎
