FAQ

Move your dog to a cool area, offer small sips of water, pour cool (not icy) water over their body, and contact a vet if signs of heatstroke appear.

The 7 second rule for dogs means you should place the back of your hand on the pavement, and if you can't hold it there comfortably for 7 seconds, it's too hot for your dog's paws.

To keep your dog cool in hot weather, always provide fresh water and shade, walk during cooler times, avoid hot surfaces, and watch for heatstroke symptoms.

Keep your dog cool by providing fresh water, shade, and avoiding exercise during the hottest parts of the day. Use cooling mats, fans, and wet towels to help lower their body temperature.

Dogs cannot digest sweetcorn cobs, husks, or silk because they are indigestible and can cause serious intestinal blockages. However, cooked corn kernels are safe in moderation.

The #1 meat you should never feed your dog is cooked bones from any meat, but especially cooked chicken bones, as they can splinter and cause serious internal injury or blockage.

Dogs cannot digest sweetcorn cobs, husks, or silk due to their tough, indigestible cellulose content, which can cause choking or intestinal blockages.

The #1 meat you should never feed your dog is cooked bones or fatty trimmings from meats like bacon, ham, or pork, as they can cause pancreatitis or internal blockages.

Dogs can digest cooked sweetcorn kernels in moderation, but they cannot properly digest corn cobs or husks, which can cause dangerous intestinal blockages.

The #1 meat you should never feed your dog is cooked bones-containing meats like chicken wings or ribs, as they pose chewing and digestion hazards.