With extreme heat warnings in place across the UK, the British Veterinary Association is urging owners to take extra precautions to keep their dogs safe in hot weather.
Concern has been raised following an increase in the number of animals suffering from heat-related illnesses, leaving vets worried this July could rival the record-breaking summer of 2018.
A 2018 survey, undertaken by the British Veterinary Association's Voice of the Veterinary Profession, found that half of the vets had treated animals for heat stroke, while more than one in three had seen animals requiring treatment for other conditions relating to hot weather, like breathing difficulties, heart conditions, burnt paw pads and sunburn.
