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A woman sits down on the ground in a park and gives her large brown dog water from a bowl

"If you're not comfortable exercising outside, it's probably better not to take your dog outside."

Dog in sunglasses looks alert.

A small black terrier plays at the beach, a colourful volleyball is in the air next to it

"If it's a really hot day, leave your dog at home in the air conditioning if you're not going to be able to take them out of the car with you."

  • Make sure they have access to shade and a well-ventilated space
  • Provide multiple containers of clean fresh water that can't be tipped over easily
  • Give them water baths 
  • Try a pet-safe cooling mat
  • Freeze water in old bottles or containers, wrap them in towels and leave them in spots around the home
  • Frozen treats, such as frozen fruit or wet dog food blended with water and frozen into blocks

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