Dog owners rush to buy cooling dog harness ahead of heatwave

With temperatures climbing into the mid-20s, Pets at Home has brought back its bestselling colour-changing cooling harness after it became a viral hit with pet owners last summer.

The harness, which starts at £12, claims to reduce a dog’s surface temperature by up to 9°C and keep them cool for as long as six hours.

And with vets repeatedly warning about the dangers of overheating in dogs during hot weather, many owners are already stocking up before temperatures spike again.

The clever harness works using evaporative cooling technology.

Owners simply soak it in cold water before putting it on their dog. As the water gradually evaporates, it helps pull heat away from the body to keep pets more comfortable in warmer weather.

But the feature people seem most obsessed with is the colour-changing design.

When the harness is actively cooling, the blue checkerboard pattern stays clearly visible.

As it dries out, the pattern fades – letting owners know it needs rewetting.

According to independent lab testing, the harness absorbed 2.6 times its weight in water and reduced surface temperatures by up to 9.5°C under controlled conditions.

If your dog refuses to wear a harness, there are plenty of other cooling options in the range too.

Pets at Home is also selling:

• Cooling vests (£12-£22)
• Cooling bandanas (£6-£8)
• Cooling mats (£6-£18)
• Doggy paddling pools (£15-£30)
• Sprinkler play mats (£10)
• Floating water toys
• UV shade tents and raised cooling beds

The cooling mat has become another favourite among owners because it instantly feels cold when dogs lie on it – ideal for pets struggling indoors during humid nights.

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Last year, cooling pet products repeatedly sold out during warmer spells as temperatures surged across parts of the UK.

And with forecasters predicting another hot summer, many owners appear to be preparing early this time around.

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The warning comes as experts remind owners that dogs are far more vulnerable to heat than humans.

Flat-faced breeds, older dogs and overweight pets are particularly at risk during hot weather.

Signs of overheating can include:

• Excessive panting
• Drooling
• Lethargy
• Vomiting
• Bright red gums
• Difficulty breathing

Pets at Home says cooling products should never replace:

• Fresh water
• Shade
• Rest
• Avoiding the hottest parts of the day

The retailer also warned dogs should not be left in direct sunlight wearing the harness for prolonged periods.