Many dog owners ignorant of the health impacts of hot weather on their pets

NEW research has revealed a lack of awareness among dog owners when it comes to the dangers of heatstroke - with many still walking their dogs in hot weather and missing early warning signs.

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The survey of more than 2,000 UK dog owners, conducted by the Post Office, found that while some symptoms such as excessive panting are widely recognised (72 per cent), others are not. Just over one in five owners were aware that pale (24 per cent) or bright red gums (21 per cent) could be a serious indicator of heat-related illness.