DSPCA Urges Caution as Hot Weather Poses Serious Risks to Dogs
Dublin: The Dublin Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (DSPCA) has issued a warning to dog owners amid Ireland’s ongoing hot weather, highlighting the risk of heatstroke, a potentially fatal condition for pets.
The organisation emphasised the importance of keeping dogs cool, especially those more vulnerable, such as flat-faced, overweight, giant-breed, thick-coated, elderly, or very young dogs. Common causes of heatstroke include exercise during peak temperatures, lack of ventilation indoors, or being left in hot spaces like cars or conservatories.
Owners are advised to walk dogs only during cooler periods—early mornings or late evenings—and avoid exercise between 12pm and 4pm. Light activity, access to shade, and plenty of fresh water are essential. The DSPCA stressed that even at 20°C, caution is needed, and once temperatures exceed 28°C, conditions become hazardous for all dogs.
Suzanne McGovern, DSPCA Head of Operations, reminded the public to plan ahead and ensure pets remain safe and hydrated. Anyone who sees an animal in distress is urged to contact the DSPCA immediately at 01 4994700 or [email protected].
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