Dogs out today in unbearable heat

[Enable]

Walking around ED at lunchtime shocked at the amount of owners walking their dogs. Do they not realise  they are risking their dogs life by doing this?

[d walker]

I know,  absolutely crazy.  A dog has never died because it didn't have a walk, but dogs do die if walked in this heat. Perhaps the owners should put on a thick fur coat, take their shoes off and jog round the pavements, and see how that feels! 🤬

[zork]

Agree that you have to be so careful dogs in this heat… but please dont judge so quickly. 
Its one thing if you see a dog at midday being thrown the ball endlessly, but if you see a dog en route / somewhere - You dont know if that dog was being walked to the vet for an emergency appointment.. or taken to a friend’s house that is cooler etc. 

And if they live in a flat, they might desperately need to be taken out for a quick pee / poo ! 

Edited June 28 by zork

[Angelina]

It’s far too hot. Dogs should not be out and you’re right to post this.

 

[NewWave]

As a former Pug owner I get really upset and angry when I see owners of brachycephalic breeds (all bull dog breeds, pugs etc) taking them out in hot sun..Those breeds should be walked very early in the morning and at dusk ideally or if they need a pee just pop out for a moment or two..do NOT drag the dog around panting like a fur accessory.

I REALLY want to 'have a word' with the owners but when i once did that a couple of years ago (frenchie pup being dragged along panting in the heat kept trying to lie down in obvious distress) its female owner told me to f-off and mind my own buisness so now I avoid the aggro.

[Angelina]

Don’t be intimidated. People walking dogs in the heat are either ignorant or cruel. It’s worth thinking they are ignorant. 
My favoured tactic is asking if their dog wants water ( yes I carry water). I don’t care if people get offended. If they care about their dog, they’d understand.

I’m also quite happy to ask the direct question, ie why are you walking you dog? Do you realise how hot the pavement is and how they will overheat? And so on

 

Edited June 29 by Angelina

[beansprout]

Ignorant owners / since ED is now full of middle class yuppies, yes very rude but I care not… one would hope that they would not drag their darling little kiddies out to the shops  in the heat in case of heat stroke etc so why in gods name do they think it is acceptable to take their dogs out? If this is not ignorance or indeed cruelty, then please enlighten me….

[zork]

Just took my dog around the corner a hundred metres for the toilet and straight back home - she was desperate. Don’t shoot me!

[beansprout]

Totally responsible - going to be worse for woofers tomorrow 

[CPR Dave]

Time to ban dog ownership altogether. It's a cruel hobby that is very bad for the environment.

[IlonaM]

RSPCA advice on keeping dogs safe in the heat: 

'Dogs die on hot walks

Dogs are 10 times more likely to suffer heat-related illnesses from exercising in hot weather than from overheating in cars. Learn how to keep dogs safe and help us raise awareness of this deadly problem.'

https://www.rspca.org.uk/adviceandwelfare/pets/dogs/health/hotwalks?utm_source=Campaigns_Hotwalks_10072025&utm_medium=email&utm_content=button1&utm_campaign=Campaigns_Hotwalks_10072025&campaigncode=25STNFDIGVXA1

[Mystic Mog]

I'd like to force these inconsiderate owners to wear a thick fur coat and walk barefoot on the pavement.

[beansprout]

Weather going to be hot from today thru to weekend so I hope all dog owners walk their pooches early in the morning or in the cool of the evening.

Woofers can survive the odd day without going for walkies in the heat or having to race around with their pack in the heat.

Try brain games with them around the house - hid treats for them to find, given them a kong.. 

Mental stimulation is as good and beneficial as walkies and does tire them out.

 

 

And whilst on the subject of heat and dogs, do remember that leaving a couple of windows open while you run into a shop etc to get groceries etc …. Is not good enough / the inside of a car obviously gets very very hot… and one could be delayed in ship, thru no fault of your own - meanwhile, your woofer is suffering. 

Common sense really and if you are a new owner, probably really never thought it through ie walking dogs in heat or leaving them in car in heat.

The majority of people on this site are caring, supportive people only offering advice, expressing concern when they see stupidity.

 

Edited July 11 by beansprout

[HeadNun]

Thanks for stating the bleeding obvious

[beansprout]

Well if it was that obvious, post would not still be continuing!!

[HeadNun]

It's continuing because you've continued it. Not because there has been a spate of dead dogs lying on the street in the last few days. Most people aren't half-wits. 

[CPR Dave]

Are you sure? A lot of dog owners seem to be. They can't even remember to pick up their own dogs s**te off the floor.

[beansprout]

Other people have also commented - 

[Angelina]

What is obvious to one may not be to another. 

DOGS DIE IN THE HEAT. PAVEMENTS BURN THEIR FEET. DO NOT TAKE YOUR DOG OUT IN THE HOT SUN. DO NOT LEAVE YOUR DOG (OR CHILD) IN A CAR UNATTENDED. 

 

 

 

 

[Nigello]

And don’t call your dog “doggo/woofer/pup”.  

[beansprout]

What is wrong with calling a dog a woofer? 

[Sue]

What exactly is the point of having a go at someone who is trying to help and spread useful information?

Is the heat getting to people?

What does it matter what someone calls dogs?

[IlonaM]

In the proud spirit of stating the bleeding obvious (!) here is some more RSPCA advice re dogs in hot cars and a downloadable leaflet which contains emergency first aid for heatstroke:

https://www.rspca.org.uk/adviceandwelfare/pets/dogs/health/dogsinhotcars

https://www.rspca.org.uk/documents/1494939/7712578/Dogs In Hot Cars Leaflet.pdf/ade4c043-90ee-7091-c97f-02f047f7b4b3

[HeadNun]

2 hours ago, CPR Dave said:

Are you sure? A lot of dog owners seem to be. They can't even remember to pick up their own dogs s**te off the floor.

I don't think it's just dog-owners who are half-wits. An actual human has taken a dump in a newspaper and left it lying on CP Road. Flies are having a field day. I ought to tell the council but pity the poor person sent to clean it up. 

[beansprout]

For clarity,  since the heat seems to be getting to people - my friends in Hampshire, Essex, Cornwall tell me that the same insanity is happening there - probably in other counties to!

I have in the past seen adults walking last year with  young children with no hat or to the best of my knowledge suns-cream on and idiots in Dulwich Park allowing their children or who knows maybe it is the au pair or nanny taking the kids to the park when it is over 30 degrees..

I rest my case - doesn’t matter if you have 4 feet or 2 - 4 feet suffer more as generally have a coat and no protection on their feet / 2 feet at least have foot protection.

Like I said, I am just joining  the conversation - everyone has a right to their own opinion.

For all you know or anyone, if a person has taken a dump might have been unwell, couldn’t find toilet in time.. numerous reasons - mental health problems, homeless whatever.

Not pleasant I agree, but get a pair of rubber gloves and deal with it.

We all live in the same community and in this heat with kids about, would have thought plus flies etc - do it if you live on the same street or area / people just walk past I assume and god knows how long council would take to come. 

Says nothing about human nature - not my problem… seems to be the way of the world in towns these days.