{"id":4143,"date":"2021-03-16T12:36:54","date_gmt":"2021-03-16T12:36:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/?p=4143"},"modified":"2023-08-22T09:38:45","modified_gmt":"2023-08-22T09:38:45","slug":"how-to-cool-down-your-senior-dog-in-warm-weather","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/how-to-cool-down-your-senior-dog-in-warm-weather\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Cool Down Your Senior Dog in Warm Weather"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-14101bc2\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/How-To-Cool-Down-Your-Senior-Dog-In-Warm-Weather-featured-image.jpg\" alt=\"dog cooling in front a fan\" class=\"wp-image-4167\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/How-To-Cool-Down-Your-Senior-Dog-In-Warm-Weather-featured-image.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/How-To-Cool-Down-Your-Senior-Dog-In-Warm-Weather-featured-image-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/How-To-Cool-Down-Your-Senior-Dog-In-Warm-Weather-featured-image-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/How-To-Cool-Down-Your-Senior-Dog-In-Warm-Weather-featured-image-705x397.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<nav aria-label=\"breadcrumbs\" class=\"rank-math-breadcrumb\"><p><span class=\"last\">Home<\/span><\/p><\/nav>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading post_title_h1\" id=\"sc-post-title\">How to Cool Down Your Senior Dog in Warm Weather<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"post_info\"><strong><a   class=\"post-author-name\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/author\/alex\/\">Alex Vicente<\/a><\/strong> \u2022 Updated on August 22, 2023<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"disclaimers\">\n<li><span class=\"av-icon-char\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-av_icon=\"\ue822\" data-av_iconfont=\"entypo-fontello\"><\/span> This review contains affiliate links. Read more <a href=\"\/affiliate-disclosure\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"1995\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"av-icon-char\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-av_icon=\"\uf0fa\" data-av_iconfont=\"fontello\"><\/span> Not a substitute for professional veterinary help.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>With warm weather right around the corner, many dog owners are wondering how to keep their dogs safe in high temperatures. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is especially true for senior dogs that have a more challenging time regulating their temperature. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So what can a responsible pet owner do? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You need to know the basics of how to cool down your senior dog in warm weather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There is nothing wrong with being concerned about your dog\u2019s temperature, but you need to know the proper way to handle the situation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This blog will teach you some of the top tips and tricks to cooling down senior dogs in warm weather.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><ul><li ><a href=\"#keep-your-dog-hydrated\">Keep Your Dog Hydrated<\/a><\/li><li ><a href=\"#create-water-areas-to-cool-down\">Create Water Areas to Cool Down<\/a><\/li><li ><a href=\"#turn-on-the-ac-and-fans\">Turn on the AC and Fans<\/a><\/li><li ><a href=\"#consider-a-pet-cooling-mat\">Consider a Pet Cooling Mat<\/a><\/li><li ><a href=\"#limit-outdoor-time\">Limit Outdoor Time<\/a><\/li><li ><a href=\"#signs-of-heat-exhaustion\">Signs of Heat Exhaustion<\/a><\/li><li ><a href=\"#final-thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><li ><a href=\"#sources\">Sources<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"keep-your-dog-hydrated\">Keep Your Dog Hydrated<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/dog-cooling-down-with-face-on-a-ice-cubes-bowl-1.jpg\" alt=\"dog cooling down with face on a ice cubes bowl\" class=\"wp-image-4174\" title=\"dog cooling down with face on a ice cubes bowl\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/dog-cooling-down-with-face-on-a-ice-cubes-bowl-1.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/dog-cooling-down-with-face-on-a-ice-cubes-bowl-1-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/dog-cooling-down-with-face-on-a-ice-cubes-bowl-1-768x473.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/dog-cooling-down-with-face-on-a-ice-cubes-bowl-1-705x434.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>People and pets certainly have one thing in common: warm weather can leave them dehydrated. That is why it is important to make sure that your dog stays well hydrated, especially during periods of warmer weather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are a few tips to keep your dog hydrated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Allow access to a water bowl, and keep it filled.&nbsp;<\/strong>This is the simplest solution to ensuring your dog is hydrated. Make sure your dog has access to a water bowl and that he knows where it is. Also, keep it filled to the top.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Add ice cubes.&nbsp;<\/strong>Water sitting outside can warm up quickly. Combat this issue and feel confident knowing your dog has fresh,&nbsp;<em>cool<\/em>&nbsp;water by dropping a few ice cubes into the bowl.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Add a bit of water to dry dog food.&nbsp;<\/strong>Senior dogs can have a harder time crunching and munching on dry dog food as it is. Adding a bit of water to their dry food will not only make it easier for your elderly pup to eat but will also up their moisture intake.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Serve dog-friendly, hydrating snacks.&nbsp;<\/strong>Just as you might grab a bowl of fruit to cool down, your pup should too. Fruits like watermelon, cucumber, apples, blueberries, and cantaloupe will provide your dog with much-needed hydration and a nutrient boost.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"create-water-areas-to-cool-down\">Create Water Areas to Cool Down<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/boy-sprinkle-dog-with-water.jpg\" alt=\"boy sprinkle dog with water\" class=\"wp-image-4162\" title=\"boy sprinkle dog with water\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/boy-sprinkle-dog-with-water.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/boy-sprinkle-dog-with-water-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/boy-sprinkle-dog-with-water-768x473.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/boy-sprinkle-dog-with-water-705x434.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Some puppies and senior dogs love a good dip in the pool, whether it\u2019s a big pool or a baby pool. If your old dog knows how to swim and you have a pool in the backyard, let it splash around for a bit to cool down. If your dog does&nbsp;<em>not<\/em>&nbsp;know how to swim, a baby pool is a great option to let them get their paws wet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t have a regular pool or kiddie pool anywhere around? There are some other options for water fun, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Add misters to the patio.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Place buckets of water around the backyard for your dog to splash in.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Turn the sprinklers on and let your dog run through them.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hose him down with some cool water when your dog starts to appear hot.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"turn-on-the-ac-and-fans\">Turn on the AC and Fans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/dog-cooling-in-front-a-fan.jpg\" alt=\"dog cooling in front a fan\" class=\"wp-image-4163\" title=\"dog cooling in front a fan\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/dog-cooling-in-front-a-fan.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/dog-cooling-in-front-a-fan-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/dog-cooling-in-front-a-fan-768x473.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/dog-cooling-in-front-a-fan-705x434.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t try to slide by the summer months without kicking on the air conditioner. Your dog (and your family, friends, or roommates) will thank you. The air conditioner will provide a cool area for your dog to relax. While you\u2019re at it, try to keep your dog&nbsp;<em>inside<\/em>&nbsp;the air-conditioned home for the bulk of the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Need even&nbsp;<em>more<\/em>&nbsp;escape from the heat? Fans are always an excellent option. Keep in mind, though, that fans won\u2019t work too well for long-haired or thick-haired hounds. Instead, aim the fan so that it cools the ground. When your dog goes to lie down, he will have a cold spot to cool down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"consider-a-pet-cooling-mat\">Consider a Pet Cooling Mat<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/sleeping-dog-on-cooling-mat.jpg\" alt=\"sleeping dog on cooling mat\" class=\"wp-image-4160\" title=\"sleeping dog on cooling mat\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/sleeping-dog-on-cooling-mat.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/sleeping-dog-on-cooling-mat-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/sleeping-dog-on-cooling-mat-768x473.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/sleeping-dog-on-cooling-mat-705x434.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Most people will keep their AC cranked up through hot days, but is that&nbsp;<em>enough<\/em>? If you\u2019re still concerned that your senior dog isn\u2019t entirely as cool as it should be, there is an innovative option that is becoming more popular: a pet cooling mat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Think of a pet cooling mat as a comfortable cold bed for your senior dog to sit back and relax. There are a lot of options on the market, like the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B007JT4P88?tag=pawsinsider-20\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"lasso-urls\" data-id=\"4215\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"16939\" data-lasso-name=\"Chillz Dog Cooling Mat\">Chillz Cooling Mat For Dogs<\/a>. It comes in medium, large, and XL to suit the needs of your pup. It\u2019s super convenient, too. All your dog has to do is sit on it, and the pressure-activated cooling gel will work to cool down your furry friend.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-bf01ede9\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-8deeea5f\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-d9845efa\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d9845efa\">\n\n<p class=\"p_nomargin_bottom\"><strong>You may also want to read:<br><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/best-dog-food-for-german-shepherds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"1997\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/best-cooling-mats-pads-for-dogs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"1998\">Best Dog Cooling Mats &amp; Pads<\/a><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-32f0d868\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-32f0d868\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-75 has-custom-font-size is-style-fill btn_read_more has-small-font-size\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/best-cooling-mats-pads-for-dogs\/\" style=\"border-radius:5px;background-color:#eaa802;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"1999\"><strong>Read More<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>While you\u2019re at it, toss your dog a frozen toy to play and chew on while they\u2019re relaxing on the cooling mat. Frozen toys, such as this\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07BVKY59G?tag=pawsinsider-20\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"lasso-urls\" data-id=\"4217\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"16940\" data-lasso-name=\"PetSafe Freezable Treat Dog Toy\">PetSafe Chilly Penguin Treat Holding Dog Toy<\/a>, will keep your dog cool while also allowing it to have some fun!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"limit-outdoor-time\">Limit Outdoor Time<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/golden-retrivier-walking-on-the-sunset.jpg\" alt=\"golden retrivier walking on the sunset\" class=\"wp-image-4165\" title=\"golden retrivier walking on the sunset\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/golden-retrivier-walking-on-the-sunset.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/golden-retrivier-walking-on-the-sunset-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/golden-retrivier-walking-on-the-sunset-768x473.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/golden-retrivier-walking-on-the-sunset-705x434.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Plenty of dog owners take their dog outside to go to the bathroom and play around a bit, and that\u2019s&nbsp;<em>fine<\/em>. Your dog&nbsp;<em>should<\/em>&nbsp;be getting some exercise, even when they\u2019re considered \u2018old\u2019. But exercising the&nbsp;<em>right<\/em>&nbsp;way is crucial to their health. Follow these basic tips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>If you will take your elderly pup outside, do it early in the daytime or late in the evening.&nbsp;<\/strong>Essentially, you want to pick a time out of the day when it is the coolest. Never take your dog out in the dead-heat of the afternoon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t leave your dog outside alone for extended periods.&nbsp;<\/strong>If you have to leave your furry friend behind for a while, bring him inside. Or, install a doggy door so your hound can come and go as he needs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Make sure there is a shady area for your dog.&nbsp;<\/strong>While outside, your senior dog should have a shady place where he can relax away from the sunlight and extreme heat. Here, the water bowl should also be placed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t leave your dog in your car.&nbsp;<\/strong>This&nbsp;<em>should<\/em>&nbsp;go without saying, but some people think their dog can handle it. They can\u2019t. Dogs should&nbsp;<em>never<\/em>&nbsp;be left alone in the car, especially with the windows rolled up. Even cooler days are not safe as the temperature inside the vehicle can rise swiftly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"signs-of-heat-exhaustion\">Signs of Heat Exhaustion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/old-dog-looking-up.jpg\" alt=\"old dog looking up\" class=\"wp-image-4170\" title=\"old dog looking up\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/old-dog-looking-up.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/old-dog-looking-up-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/old-dog-looking-up-768x473.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/old-dog-looking-up-705x434.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>How can you know when your furry pal needs to be cooled down, though? It can be tricky, sometimes. This is especially true for dog owners with a breed designed to handle all types of temperatures, including warm ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, the first thing you need to remember is that seniors have a far more challenging time regulating their temperature than they used to. This is also true for specific breeds, such as the Whippet and Chihuahua, designed to handle high temperatures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That said, it\u2019s not just the \u2018fluffier\u2019 hounds or those who enjoy the snow that have a hard time in hot weather. Your senior dog may be experiencing heat exhaustion if they:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Panting and drooling excessively<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The tongue may appear thicker and redder<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The dog is acting more restless than usual<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Increased respiratory and heart rate<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vomiting and\/or diarrhea<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>More serious symptoms include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Weakness<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gasping<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Seizures<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Death<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If your senior dog shows any of the minor signs of heat exhaustion, it is critical to cool them down ASAP. Hose them down with water and give them a big bowl of icy water to enjoy. Should your dog begin to experience one of the more serious symptoms, it is important to get immediate professional help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"final-thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/old-dog-cooling-in-ceramic-floor.jpg\" alt=\"old dog cooling in ceramic floor\" class=\"wp-image-4169\" title=\"old dog cooling in ceramic floor\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/old-dog-cooling-in-ceramic-floor.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/old-dog-cooling-in-ceramic-floor-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/old-dog-cooling-in-ceramic-floor-768x473.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/old-dog-cooling-in-ceramic-floor-705x434.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Senior dogs might have a harder time regulating their temperature, but with a knowledgeable owner on their side, it\u2019s no worry. The best way to keep your senior dog cool in warm weather is to keep it in an air-conditioned home. When outside, make sure it has access to ice-cold water and areas to cool down, such as a pool or shady area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"sources\">Sources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bustle.com\/p\/14-changes-dogs-go-through-as-they-age-that-all-pet-owners-should-know-about-8736446\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2001\">Bustle<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/topdoghealth.com\/how-to-keep-your-senior-dog-cool\/#:~:text=Make%20sure%20your%20thermostat%20is,&#039;t%20chew%20on%20it).\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2002\">Top Dog Health<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthypawspetinsurance.com\/blog\/2018\/07\/26\/9-summer-fruits-dogs-love#:~:text=Loaded%20with%20vitamin%20A%2C%20cantaloupe,niacin%2C%20folate%2C%20and%20fiber.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2003\">Healthy Paw Pet Insurance<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/mybrownnewfies.com\/2018\/06\/01\/12-ways-to-keep-your-senior-dog-cool-in-hot-weather\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2004\">My Brown Newfies<\/a><br><a href=\"http:\/\/www.vetstreet.com\/dr-marty-becker\/keep-your-senior-dog-cool-in-the-summer-heat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2005\">VetStreet<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/doglab.com\/cool-down-your-dog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2006\">Dog Lab<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogdecoder.com\/how-to-keep-your-senior-dog-cool-in-the-summer-heat\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2007\">Dog Decoder<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn about the different ways you can keep your senior dog comfortable during the warmest of weather. Keeping a dog cool is important, especially when they&#8217;re older.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":4167,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4143"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4143"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4143\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":17891,"href":"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4143\/revisions\/17891"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4167"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4143"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4143"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4143"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}