Pets can suffer heatstroke even when resting, UK vets warn

According to The Guardian, veterinarians across the UK are warning pet owners that extreme heat poses a growing risk even to animals staying safely indoors and in gardens. As Western Europe experiences its hottest June on record and multiple heatwaves push temperatures above forty degrees Celsius in countries including Germany, France, and Spain, pets are succumbing to heatstroke in unprecedented conditions. Historically, such cases followed exertion or animals being trapped in cars. But the intensity of current temperatures means family pets can now suffer heatstroke simply from prolonged exposure to household environments. The warning comes as the UK enters its third heatwave of the year, underscoring how climate-driven heat extremes are reshaping risks for both people and animals.

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