{"id":1136,"date":"2025-07-09T10:17:37","date_gmt":"2025-07-09T10:17:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.friendsforpets.co.uk\/dog-walking-blog\/?p=1136"},"modified":"2025-07-09T10:17:37","modified_gmt":"2025-07-09T10:17:37","slug":"july-news-round-up","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.friendsforpets.co.uk\/dog-walking-blog\/?p=1136","title":{"rendered":"July News Round Up"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

\ud83d\udc3e<\/strong> A Warm Welcome from Becca, Our Founder<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hello dear Friends for Pets community!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019m Becca, the founder of Friends for Pets<\/strong>, and I\u2019m thrilled to welcome you to our latest newsletter. I recently had the absolute pleasure of speaking on BBC Radio<\/strong> about keeping our pets safe in the heat (which we\u2019ve been having a lot of recently!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udf99\ufe0f<\/strong> Listen In!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Catch the interview around the\u00a027-minute mark<\/strong>\u00a0to listen! https:\/\/www.bbc.co.uk\/sounds\/play\/m002f8bv<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our Little Sister Company, The Pet Academy has big news!<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Pet Academy, who we set up in 2019, to provide training for our pet carers to up skill and gain more knowledge about the pets in their care, has recently had a couple of courses approved by iPET, an Awarding Organisation regulated by Ofqual, CCEA Regulation and Qualifications Wales. We are so very proud! To see courses available to pet businesses and owners please see https:\/\/thepetacademy.co.uk\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Top Tips for Hot Weather<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here’s a list of top tips for keeping pets safe in hot weather<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2600\ufe0f 1. Never Leave Pets in a Parked Car<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Even with windows cracked, cars heat up fast\u2014becoming deadly in minutes. This is one of the most common causes of heatstroke in pets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udca7 2. Provide Constant Access to Fresh Water<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Keep clean, cool water available at all times. Add ice cubes on very hot days and bring water with you when out and about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udfd6\ufe0f 3. Avoid Walks During Peak Heat<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Walk early in the morning or after sunset. Hot pavement can burn paws\u2014if it\u2019s too hot for your hand, it\u2019s too hot for their feet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udfe0 4. Create Cool Spaces Indoors<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Keep pets inside with fans or air conditioning. If you don\u2019t have A\/C, use damp towels, cooling mats, or frozen water bottles wrapped in cloth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udfe1 5. Give Shade When Outdoors<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Ensure shaded areas are always available if pets must be outside. Trees, tarps, or pet-safe umbrellas are better than a doghouse, which can trap heat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udf2c\ufe0f 6. Use Cooling Products<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Try cooling vests, mats, or bandanas made for pets. Freeze pet-safe treats like yogurt or broth in ice cube trays for a cool snack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udc3e 7. Watch for Signs of Overheating<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Look for heavy panting, drooling, weakness, vomiting, or collapse. These are signs of heatstroke\u2014move the pet to a cool place and call a vet immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83e\uddf4 8. Protect Against Sunburn<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Light-colored or thin-coated pets can get sunburned. Use pet-safe sunscreen on ears, nose, and exposed skin if they\u2019ll be in the sun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udc15 9. Limit Exercise<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Keep physical activity light in hot weather. Overexertion can quickly lead to heat exhaustion\u2014especially in brachycephalic (flat-faced) breeds like Bulldogs or Pugs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thank you so much for being a part of the Friends for Pets<\/strong> family. Together, we\u2019re creating lasting connections one wag, purr, and cuddle at a time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With love and gratitude,
Becca<\/strong>
Founder, Friends for Pets<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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