{"id":7561,"date":"2018-06-29T07:00:14","date_gmt":"2018-06-29T11:00:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/?p=7561"},"modified":"2018-06-29T07:00:14","modified_gmt":"2018-06-29T11:00:14","slug":"6-ways-to-keep-your-pet-cool-this-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2018\/06\/6-ways-to-keep-your-pet-cool-this-summer","title":{"rendered":"6 Ways to Keep Your Pet Cool This Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]Sometimes we see our pets as wild animals. They can watch out for themselves and know what they should and should not be doing for their physical health. And for the most part, dogs do have great instincts! But some dogs overeat, some push themselves too far, and some let themselves get too hot.<\/p>\n<p>As a pet owner or a pet groomer, it\u2019s your responsibility to assess the dog\u2019s physical health to make sure your fluffy friends aren\u2019t at risk. Overheating is a big issue in the summertime. But you can ensure your pet can still exercise and enjoy the outdoors without getting heat stroke or other serious health problems.<\/p>\n<p>Check out these 6 ways to keep your pet cool all summer long![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2018\/06\/6-ways-to-keep-your-pet-cool-this-summer\/#1_Schedule_your_activities\" >1. Schedule your activities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2018\/06\/6-ways-to-keep-your-pet-cool-this-summer\/#2_Find_shady_outdoor_spots\" >2. Find shady outdoor spots<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2018\/06\/6-ways-to-keep-your-pet-cool-this-summer\/#3_Pay_attention_to_where_youre_walking\" >3. Pay attention to where you\u2019re walking<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2018\/06\/6-ways-to-keep-your-pet-cool-this-summer\/#4_Water_water_and_more_water\" >4. Water, water, and more water!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2018\/06\/6-ways-to-keep-your-pet-cool-this-summer\/#5_Frozen_Treats\" >5. Frozen Treats<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2018\/06\/6-ways-to-keep-your-pet-cool-this-summer\/#6_Breeds_and_health_conditions_matter\" >6. Breeds and health conditions matter<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Schedule_your_activities\"><\/span>1. Schedule your activities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As you know, certain times of the day are much hotter and sunnier. Avoid going on walks or doing other activities with your dog during the middle of the day. Early in the morning and late at night are the best times to exercise your pooch. Without the strong intensity of the sun and higher temperatures, you\u2019ll decrease the chances of your dog overheating or getting a sunburn from strong UV rays!<\/p>\n<p>Although you might find the mid-summer day wonderful, dogs shouldn\u2019t be in the direct summer sunlight for too long. Especially if they\u2019re exerting themselves or have thick coats. This leads to our next point&#8230;[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;50&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;7571&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;Fade In&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Find_shady_outdoor_spots\"><\/span>2. Find shady outdoor spots<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you do choose to go outside when it\u2019s sunnier, pick a location with lots of shade. If your pet has an option of a cool shady spot to lie in, they\u2019ll have an easier time regulating their body temperature.<\/p>\n<p>Another great thing to do is have a kiddy pool or a wet towel for your pet to lie on. Water is a great way for pets too cool off and have fun! They can splash around and enjoy themselves or just have a place to go to when they\u2019ve had too much of the heat. Make sure you place your towel or shallow pool in the shade. And on extremely hot days, throw in some ice cubes! Just not too many\u2014you don\u2019t want to shock your dog\u2019s system from extreme heat to extreme cold.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Pay_attention_to_where_youre_walking\"><\/span>3. Pay attention to where you\u2019re walking<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>People wear shoes but most dogs don\u2019t. Different surfaces can get <em>really<\/em> hot in the summer including sidewalks, asphalt, and even sand! You might have noticed that your dog spends a lot more time on the grass in the hotter months. That is no accident. Their poor pads need a break from the hot stone sidewalks.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;50&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;7574&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;Fade In&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]If it\u2019s been a particularly hot day, asphalt can remain quite hot even after the sun has gone down. Paw pads play an integral role in a dog\u2019s internal cooling system. When spending too much time walking on hot surfaces, it can cause your pet\u2019s system to overheat and fast! Invest in or recommend booties for dogs you groom. But we can\u2019t promise they will ever get comfortable in them (there are some hilarious videos on the internet to prove it)![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Water_water_and_more_water\"><\/span>4. Water, water, and more water!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>We\u2019ve already mentioned using water as a tool to cool down your dog externally, but don\u2019t forget internally! Always have clean water out and available for your pet whenever you\u2019re outside in the summer. It\u2019s extremely important to manage overheating and prevent dehydration.<\/p>\n<p>Because dogs pant to cool off, they can lose a lot of water through their saliva on top of regular dehydration from being outside in the heat. Never force your dog to drink water, but make sure that they know water is available when they need it. Again on very hot days, throw in a couple of ice cubes to really help your pet manage the heat![\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;50&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;7572&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;Fade In&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Frozen_Treats\"><\/span>5. Frozen Treats<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you want a fun DIY project to keep your dog cool and happy, try making some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2018\/06\/7-homemade-dog-treats-for-your-professional-dog-grooming-kit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">frozen treats<\/a>! Dogs can lick and chew on these chilly snacks. They\u2019ll love how they taste and enjoy how refreshing it is after playing at the dog park!<\/p>\n<p><em>Pro tip:<\/em> Dogs have different flavor preferences, so test out a few treats to avoid being stuck with a freezer full of unwanted goodies.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Breeds_and_health_conditions_matter\"><\/span>6. Breeds and health conditions matter<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Breeds with flatter faces like pugs have a hard time regulating temperature with their breathing. They have even more potential health risks from overheating. And once they do get too hot, it\u2019ll take a long time to bring their temperature back down again. If they look like they\u2019re starting to have a hard time breathing or they\u2019re panting very intensely, bring them to an air-conditioned space.<\/p>\n<p>Another key part of different breeds is their type of hair. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogsnaturallymagazine.com\/why-you-shouldnt-shave-your-dog-in-summer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Don\u2019t go shaving it all off<\/a>! Dogs have been built with the ability to regulate their temperature themselves off no matter how fluffy they might seem. And their hair actually plays a part in that cooling process. Research your dog\u2019s breed and find out how short the hair can be without compromising their ability to cool off. If you\u2019re a dog groomer and a customer comes in asking for a shave, make sure you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/online-courses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">know your stuff<\/a> and explain to them why that is a bad idea. Rather than cutting the hair, get into a regular brushing routine to remove dead hair while keeping the healthy coat unmated.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;50&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;7573&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;Fade In&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]Health conditions also affect your dog\u2019s ability to stay cool. Overweight and elderly pets are particularly susceptible to the negative effects of overheating and can get hotter faster. This doesn\u2019t mean you need to keep your dog locked indoors all summer. But do stay inside on particularly hot days. Better safe than sorry is the golden rule here!<\/p>\n<p>Dogs are pretty good about finding shade when they need it. They might even sit directly on your air-conditioning vents! But it\u2019s still important to help them out by being attentive to their physiological reactions to the summer weather. So go out and enjoy that sunshine with your furry friends \u2013 just be safe![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]Did we miss any of your favorite cool-down techniques? Let us know in a comment![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3 align=\"center\">Want to learn even more about how to care for your pets in the summer? 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