1. Provide a Shady Place to Relax:
The best way to keep your pooch cool is simple providing shade for the poor pup. A stylish dog house will not only provide shade but also provide a nice, comfortable place for your dog to relax. Don't buy the expensive brand name dog houses that provide no insulation and barely any shade for your pup, build your own! Not only will you save money, but it will also be a great DIY project for the family to enjoy. Don't know where to begin? Easy build dog house plans provide step by step instructions on how to build fabulous, low cost dog houses that will ensure your Pampered Pet stays comfortable year round!
2. Doggy Popsicles!
Now your pampered puppy can enjoy a popsicle on a hot summer day as well.Doggy popsicles are the perfect summer treat to keep Fido cool. Below is a great recipe for creating your own doggy popsicle.
Doggy Popsicles
Ingredients:32 ounces of plain yogurt
2 tablespoons of peanut butter
2 tablespoons of honey
1/2 cup of water
1 large banana
A dozen of your pup's favorite bone shaped biscuit
Dixie cups, size depends on if you want bite size or larger
Directions:
Take yogurt, peanut butter, honey, water and the banana (chopped) and place them in a blender or food processor. Purée ingredients together then pour into Dixie cups. Stand dog biscuits in the cups of purée like you would a Popsicle stick and then place them in the freezer. After the pops are fully frozen, peel the Dixie cup away from the treat and give to your pooch. Do not be surprised if he doesn’t hold it upright in his paws to lick the popsicle, this is a trick for only the most advanced K9. If he does manage to hold his popsicle like a human, please share pictures and videos.
3. Kiddy Pool
Most dogs love the water. Kiddy pools are a fun cheap way to keep your dog cool during the summer. Just make sure to keep in in the shade so that it doesn't turn into a doggy hot tub!
4. Keep Your Dog Hydrated!
Dehydration can pose a big problem for pooches during the summer. Be sure to keep your dog's water filled and cold. There are some bowls that are specifically designed to keep the water cool such as the Frobo, but continuously filling the water works as well.
5. Timing is Everything!
6. Grooming!
Our furbabies need regular grooming to maintain a healthy shiny coat, but they especially need to be groomed regularly during the summer. Excess hair will cause a dog to overheat faster and may lead to your pooch suffering from heat exhaustion or even a heat stroke. Easier solution is to keep your fluffy friend groomed.
7. Invest in Cooling Dog Beds:
Cooling dog beds are an easy way to keep your dog cool. With a special formulated gel filled pad, your dog will feel like he/she's laying on an ice pack. There are many brands of these beds such as the Canine Cooler. There are also brands that are orthopedic to aid in easing joint pain such as the Cool Pet Pad.
8. Cooling Dog Apparel:
There are so many brands of doggy apparel that claim to keep your dog cool. I did purchase a cooling coat for my Cur. It provides UV protection, while lowering your pooch's temperature.
9. Cooling Dog Gear:
Water bottles, fans that spray water, even sprinklers will all help your dog stay cool this summer. Water is key. Hydrate your dog often, but also make sure they have a nice shady area such as a tree or an amazing dog house to lay in.
10. Keep Your Pup Inside:
If at all possible, it is best to keep your furbabies inside. If it's too hot for you outside, chances are its too hot for them. All of the above are great ways to help keep your pup cool and dogs love the outdoors, but A/C is a wonderful invention that your pooch should be able
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