The extreme heat that has hit large parts of Europe is now sweeping across Sweden. On Thursday, the 75-year-old heat record can be broken. Then it is extra important to make sure that you can cool down, get some extra fluid and be activated in a good way.
The long walks can be unbearable for a dog when it is so hot outside. Veterinarian Sandra Douglas advises walking a little shorter distances and taking walks early in the morning or late in the evening when it is a little cooler outside. In addition, the asphalt can get very hot from the sun, which can be painful for a dog to walk on.
– It can be good to feel for yourself how hot the asphalt is. Put your hand against and burn it, you should be careful to walk there. Then it is better to choose a grass surface or gravel road instead, she says.
In the player above: The vet’s smart activity tips that allow the pet to ingest extra fluid.