A stern warning has been issued to dog owners this summer, as the UK basks in the middle of a scorching heatwave.
Pet owners have been urged to keep a close eye on their pooches, as soaring temperatures and humidity have a potentially fatal effect on the four-legged friends.
And there are certain dog breeds are more at risk of things like heatstroke, dehydration and potentially death, Birmingham Live reports. Both vets and the RSPCA have urgently advised owners against walking their dogs in the humid weather - as even a short walk could result in illness.
