20/06/2025
Whilst I’ve seen lots of posts being shared about the dangers of dogs being walked in this heat, can you all please take a minute to think about the small furries who are in hutches outdoors and can’t physically move themselves out of it. Even if they’re not in direct sunlight, it is still extremely humid out there. Their water will be the temperature of bath water if you haven’t been frequently changing it. There is risk of dehydration and overheating. Please also check your small furries atleast once a day for signs of flystrike. Many people don’t realise until it is too late. Daily spot cleans alongside regular checks, are advised to keep the risk to a minimum. In the meanwhile, regular water changes, frozen water bottles to lay next to, cucumber snacks, an umbrella for some shade, or worst case scenario make use of your bathtub as a makeshift run, just to keep them out of the heat for the worst parts of the day 🥵
