Overview

• Bath Vets clinician Dave outlined six temperature zones on The Pet Health Club TikTok, deeming 5–15 °C ideal and above 32 °C hazardous for all dogs
• UK Health Security Agency heat-health warnings cover England during the fourth heatwave, with highs of up to 34 °C reported
• Kennel Club lists heavy panting, breathing problems, confusion, vomiting, collapse and fitting as heatstroke signs that require urgent action
• Owners are advised to cool dogs first by moving them into shade, laying them on a cool surface and offering small sips of water before seeking veterinary help
• Flat-faced breeds, very young or senior dogs and those with underlying health issues face the highest risk and should have walks confined to cooler periods