As the temperature rises, our pets need protection from overheating and heat exhaustion. But what are the signs that your pet needs to cool down?

1. Animals with fur can find it hard to cool down in hot temperatures. Some pets are more susceptible than others to feeling the heat:

• Very small cats and dogs
• Very old or very young pets
• Pets that are underweight or overweight
• Animals with very thick fur
• Flat-faced breeds of cats, dogs or rabbits
• Pets that experience breathing difficulties or have a lung condition

2. Look out for the early signs of dogs and larger pets overheating: foaming at the mouth, dribbling, signs of obvious distress and pets that are panting heavily.…