The best products to keep dogs cool in hot weather

How to keep dogs cool in hot weather, and how to know if dogs are overheated. Shop dog cooling pads, dog pools, dog water bottles, dog sunscreen and more.

We are not the only ones who need to be careful when it’s hot and sunny outside — dogs can experience heat exhaustion, dehydration and sunburn too. As their owners, it’s our job to pay attention to signs that pups are overheating, or, better yet, keep them from overheating in the first place.

To help pet parents learn how to keep dogs cool during hot weather, like the current heat wave blanketing the East Coast and Midwest, we consulted veterinarians about the best products to do so and safety tips to keep in mind.

SKIP AHEAD Best products to keep dogs cool | Best products to keep dogs hydrated | Best products to protect dogs from the sun | How do dogs cool off? | Expert tips for keeping dogs cool | What temperature is unsafe for dogs? | Signs dogs are overheating

Best dog poolJasonwell Foldable Dog Pool$undefined$28.99AmazonLearn moreBest sunscreenEpi-Pet K-9 Care Sunscreen$undefined$17.28AmazonLearn moreBest water bowlOwala Pet Bowl$undefined$27.99AmazonLearn moreBest dog bootiesRuffwear Grip Trex Dog Boots$undefined$39.95AmazonLearn moreSee 1 MoreRelatedselectselectYes, your dog should be wearing sunscreen, but not the same sunscreen you wearBest products to keep dogs coolThe types of products you may want to use to keep your dog cool depends on the situation — for example, booties or paw balm is useful when walking on hot pavement, while water bottles keep pups hydrated. The items we recommend below address a variety of needs and meet expert shopping guidance. They include highly rated items (at least a 4.0-star average rating from 1,000 reviews, at minimum), those we’ve used ourselves and Select Pet Award winners. Experts explain the purpose behind each product and when you may want to use it.

Keep in mind that while many of the products below can help keep dogs cool, they won’t succeed in cooling your pet off if they are already overheated, says Dr. Leni K. Kaplan,  a senior lecturer and clinician at Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. If your pet is overheated and showing signs of heatstroke, our experts recommend calling your vet immediately.

https://www.nbcnews.com/shopping/dogs-select-shopping/best-dog-cooling-products-rcna99033

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