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Warm weather doggy treats
As well as making sure plenty of clean water is available, I keep a damp cloth in the fridge and most dogs enjoy having their coats cooled down with it. Cool mats are a great help too, it's always funny to see a dog sprawled out on them in the shade. And walks in the early morning and late evening are usually cooler as well.
Summer officially begins!
After a warm spring, we are now officially in summer. I'll continue to keep my stocks of ice cubes up to add to dog water bowls and make sure the paddling pool is at hand for those dogs who like to splash about! And there are some lovely, shady areas in the New Forest where our dogs can have a good time exploring while keeping cool.
Dog bed or on the bed?
Some dogs I look after love to snooze in their own beds, which come in such a variety of shapes, sizes and colours. Then there are those who like to sleep on their owners' beds, some with permission, some without! As with any doggy behaviour, it's whatever suits you!
Keep an eye on the temperature!
We have started a spring heatwave and so it's so important to make sure we walk our dogs only when the temperature is safe to do so, along with checking how hot pavements and tracks may be or if there is shade or water available on the walk. And at home, try to encourage our dogs to stay in the shade and drink cool water.
Spring grooming
Another effect of the warmer weather is that some dogs moult even more than usual. There is certainly a huge choice of brushes, combs and other grooming tools and it is worth finding just the right one for your dog. Regular grooming of your dog not only maintains their healthy coat but is a chance to check all of your dog's body as well as to enhance the relationship between you.
Sunny days are here
Just as British Summertime begins, so does spring. How lovely to watch a dog running and sniffing around dry fields and woods for a change! Lots of dogs also like to sunbathe but it can be a challenge to regularly move them into the shade......I find a variety of frozen dog treats or an indoor game is usually the answer!
Longer days are on their way
There's definitely a change in the length of the days now with slightly brighter mornings and evenings. It means we have all made it through another dark winter and can look forward to a lovely spring!
I rather like muddy dogs!
I hope I'm not the only one who likes seeing a muddy dog? I always think it shows that the dog has had a great time either running, splashing or the dreaded rolling! Drying coats, towels, fleeces or blankets are the essentials to at least get your dog into your car or home. After that, you have to get serious with the bath/shower, shampoo and more towels before having a cosy and sweet-smelling dog again.
Exciting times
It's always fun and interesting to find out what your dog enjoys to do. Varying the type, length and place you walk can give them new sights and sounds to explore, while something as simple as a cardboard tube with treats or food inside it can be fun for them to tear apart. The world of doggy fun is only limited by our imaginations!
New shoots are coming up!
It is lovely to see new buds and shoots coming up when I walk my doggy friends and it won't be long until perhaps we won't need so many layers of clothes when we go out and about. Not that a lot of dogs are worried; so many of them just charge about, sniffing, investigating and generally enjoying life whatever the weather!
My charges
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