Summer Essentials for your Dog

Summer Essentials for Your Dog – From Love My Human

Summer is here, and that means longer walks, weekend getaways, and plenty of time outdoors with your four-legged friend. But as the temperature rises, it’s super-important to make sure your dog stays safe, cool, and comfortable in the heat.  We’ve written a blog here packed full of hot weather tips and we’ve curated this selection of summer essentials to help your pup enjoy the sunshine in style too.

Cooling products for hot days

Dogs can easily overheat, especially breeds with thick coats or flat faces. A cooling mat or cooling vest can help to regulate body temperature and offer instant relief from the heat. Just pop them in the fridge or run under cold water and they’re good to go!

Hydration on the go

Whether you're heading to the park or the beach, hydration is key. We stock travel water bottles with built-in bowls and cool collapsible water bowls making it easy to keep your dog refreshed wherever you are. And if you’re concerned that you pup has become dehydrated, grab a couple of sachets of Pawer Water? This hydrating supplement for dogs powers each water bowl with electrolytes for rehydration and hero ingredients to boost their wellness. It not only dissolves really easily, we’ve heard it on good authority that the natural chicken broth flavour has been certified pawlicious!

Summer grooming essentials

Shedding can increase in summer, and all that extra hair can make dogs feel warmer than they should. Regular grooming helps manage shedding and keeps your pup’s coat healthy and clean. At the luxury Love My Human grooming spa, you can treat your dog to a summer tidy-up, paw balm treatment, or a refreshing de-shedding session. We sell a great deshedding shampoo for in between professional grooms too. Just be aware that bathing your dog too often in the hot weather can be dehydrating, especially for sensitive skins, so a gentle fur fragrance can help keep any ‘hot dog’ pongs at bay.

Paw protection

Pavements and sand can get scorching hot, so you’ll want to protect those delicate pads with a dog-safe paw balm. The right formulation will also help soothe insect bites, cuts and grazes, flaky skin and irritation.

Stylish summer apparel

From breathable harnesses to Float Coats for keen summer paddlers and swimmers, our seasonal doggy fashion range is both practical…and adorable! Pop into the LMH Shop and we’ll help keep your dog looking and feeling cool with our hand-picked seasonal pieces.

Summer trips

Planning a summer getaway? We’ve got everything you need to travel in style – comfy carriers from premium brand Tavo, and car-to-bedtime sleep dog beds. We stock handy everyday carriers for smaller furry companions on a road trip, plus all the practical stuff too, like poo bags and travel bowls. If your pup can be a nervous traveller, we can also help with some soothing natural remedies to keep them calm and relaxed in transit.

Shop online or pop into store at our shop on the King’s Road in Chelsea, London – our friendly team would love to help you!  And if you need a cool-down once you’re shopped out, drop by the LMH Townhouse for a cold drink and a snack – we’ve curated a delicious summertime menu for both you and your VIP (very important pet).