If you're suffering in the heat this summer, chances are your dog is suffering too. Take care to supervise your dog's outdoor playtime and bring him into the air conditioning if he starts to look run down and make sure he's got plenty of water. Also, try these fun ideas for keeping cool.
Have a Pool Party
Many dogs love water and if you have a pool in your yard your dog might like to join you for a refreshing dip. If you don't have a pool, or your dog isn't a swimmer, you might want to get a small wading pool for your pet to enjoy. Smaller dogs who are intimidated by a large pool and older dogs who would prefer to relax may enjoy wallowing in the wading pool instead while younger, more energetic dogs will love jumping in and out and splashing water all over. Encourage your dog's interest in the wading pool by tossing in some favorite toys or some small bits of carrot.
Make a Frosty Treat
Mix up a frosty treat for your dog to enjoy outside (they're really too messy for inside)
Doggie Ice Cream
Combine 1 cup plain yogurt or kefir with 1 tablespoon natural, unsalted peanut butter at room temperature, blend well and pour the mixture into ice cube trays. Freeze and serve!
Frozen Fun Time
Mix this snack in an empty plastic yogurt, sour cream or cottage cheese container. Select the size based on your dog's size.
Put some of your dog's kibble, some biscuits, leftover or raw veggies, pieces of meat, rice, etc. Cover this with water and freeze until solid. Then, dip it in some warm water so you can slide the mess out and toss it out on the back patio and watch your pup go to town!
Have a Pool Party
Many dogs love water and if you have a pool in your yard your dog might like to join you for a refreshing dip. If you don't have a pool, or your dog isn't a swimmer, you might want to get a small wading pool for your pet to enjoy. Smaller dogs who are intimidated by a large pool and older dogs who would prefer to relax may enjoy wallowing in the wading pool instead while younger, more energetic dogs will love jumping in and out and splashing water all over. Encourage your dog's interest in the wading pool by tossing in some favorite toys or some small bits of carrot.
Make a Frosty Treat
Mix up a frosty treat for your dog to enjoy outside (they're really too messy for inside)
Doggie Ice Cream
Combine 1 cup plain yogurt or kefir with 1 tablespoon natural, unsalted peanut butter at room temperature, blend well and pour the mixture into ice cube trays. Freeze and serve!
Frozen Fun Time
Mix this snack in an empty plastic yogurt, sour cream or cottage cheese container. Select the size based on your dog's size.
Put some of your dog's kibble, some biscuits, leftover or raw veggies, pieces of meat, rice, etc. Cover this with water and freeze until solid. Then, dip it in some warm water so you can slide the mess out and toss it out on the back patio and watch your pup go to town!
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