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    25 Products Pet Parents Swear By For Keeping Pets Cool And Comfortable During The Warmest Months Of The Year

    If you're hot, best believe they're hot, too.

    1. An adorable cooling bucket hat complete with a UPF 45 rating to help your cat or dog avoid the sun's heat rays. It's breathable and lightweight so your pet shouldn't mind keeping it on while lounging seaside.

    A fluffy white dog wearing a blue vest and sunhat sitting on a sandy beach with mountains and the ocean in the background

    2. A TikTok-beloved dog water bottle you can clip onto their leash so they can stay hydrated while they join you for your morning workout session.

    3. An elevated dog bed with a canopy so your pupper can enjoy a good lounge during the family barbecue and not overheat outside. You can use it on your patio or use it indoors to give your pet another ~hangout~ where they can chill and maybe have a friend over.

    4. A roomy doggie travel bag featuring two food carriers, a place mat, and two silicone collapsible bowls. It's large enough to store all of your little rascal's essentials, with room to spare for a few of yours, too. It's a great companion for a shady picnic in the park with your favorite furry friend.

    5. A year-round paw protection cream to protect against the scorching concrete and simmering sandy beaches. Made with vitamin E and beeswax, the cream acts as a barrier or invisible boot for your pet's paws. Just apply a little to your pet's paw pads and in between their toes before heading out.

    6. A floral patterned UV protection sun dress for your piggy so they're not just protected from the sun, but are also fashion forward for the season.

    Pet pig wearing a yellow daisy-patterned outfit stands on grass in a garden with flamingo decorations

    7. A doggie doorbell so Rover can communicate when they've had enough fun in the sun and are ready to come back inside to enjoy the AC.

    Dog using its nose to push a yellow disc on the doorbell

    8. A pint of maple bacon ice cream that's perfect for pets with a sweet tooth. Pet owners found comfort in knowing that the ice cream is made with natural ingredients, so they don't have to worry about it harming their paw-pal's tummy.

    9. A set of freezable dog toy treat dispensers for another way to help your warm pup cool down.

    Plastic toys shaped like a watermelon slice and a pineapple

    10. An indoor/outdoor pet brush with a treat mat that you can attach to a hose or your shower so that you can breeze through bathtime or just for a nice cool down. The brush is easy to turn on and off and super easy to attach. Bye smelly dog, hello clean companion. 

    Watch how easy this brush is to use in this video on TikTok

    Promising review: "Our 6-month-old puppy hated bathtime! I bought this and the silicone suction thing for her to lick some peanut butter and bananas off of. It seriously made bathtime a breeze! She was completely distracted, and the speed that I could get her scrubbed and rinsed was amazing. Before it was a two-person job, and I ended up with bruises, but with this setup, it could be done by one person. Also, installation was very quick and easy!" —Britany

    Get the brush and treat mat combo from Amazon for $29.99

    11. A swan fountain for fancy felines who wouldn't dare drink out of a tacky faucet. This sleek water fountain can satisfy the most high-maintenance cats and keep them hydrated. Birdies love them, too!

    12. A pair of all-terrain dog boots so their paws can be comfortable when they explore the great outdoors with their human. They like to hike, bike, and run just like you. So if you get new boots, they should, too. 

    the dog boots in black
    a closeup of the grips on the sole of the dog boot
    Ruffwear

    Promising review: "They’re great! They stay on our golden retriever’s feet very well (we use them with the Ruffwear socks). It took her very little time to adjust to using them despite them being her first pair of shoes. The only issue we’ve seen is that they come off pretty easily when used on soft surfaces (carpet, grass, etc.), but that isn’t too big of a deal." —Andrew M.

    Get it from Ruffwear for $39.95 (available in eight sizes and three colors). 

    13. An all-natural sunscreen and moisturizer that's waterproof, so it won't rub off when your cat wants to fiddle with some water to cool down. It's made with red raspberry seed, carrot seed, and hemp oils for a safe protective barrier. One reviewer noted that it works well on white-nose horses, too!

    Hand holding a small tin of sunscreen with the label "Sit. Stay. Forever. SUN SCREEN" on a patterned surface

    14. A portable paw cleaner because your puppy loves outdoor fun but also likes to keep their paws clean (or rather, you want them clean). Now your doggo can have all the fun without leaving traces of it all over the house or your car.

    Promising review: "This product is great. My puppy is a digger, and we have red clay-type dirt. It gets her paws clean fast and easily. So much better than having to get a bath every time she digs." —Mandi Bultman

    Get it from Amazon for $14.95+ (available in three sizes and five colors).

    15. An insulated food or water bowl that isn't called the "coldest dog bowl" for nothing. Due to its stainless steel insulation, this bowl keeps your pet's food and water cold longer, which is pretty essential when the heat turns everything warm in five seconds. Good for kitties, too!

    A person holds a metallic bowl with the text "COLDEST" on it. The bowl has a shiny, holographic finish

    16. An elevated cat bed that's pretty much a cat hammock. It'll give your ~purrfect~ roommate a place to lounge with ventilation that allows the AC or a cool breeze to flow around them. You can use it outside so they can get a little vitamin D without stretching out on the hot concrete.

    17. A cool plate ice bed for your hammy, bunny, or other tiny critter you can place in their cage so they don't lose their cool. The pet's temp is absorbed by the aluminum mat, helping to bring down their warm temperature.

    18. A collapsible dog bowl you can store in your bag and pop up when you reach your destination to keep your pet hydrated. If your weekend schedule includes lying out in the park, this will make for a great addition to your pet's to-go bag. 

    The bowl
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I love this bowl!! It's lightweight. You could shove it in your pocket. It has a loop for hanging or attaching it. I've used it a few times on walks and around the house. My dog loves to drink from it. It holds more than her collapsible dog bowl. Today, I leak-tested it. I filled it with cold water, so at first, it did have some moisture under and around the bottom. After two hours, several dog slurps, and the water warming, there is no moisture, and the bottom is dry. Just noticed it was sitting in direct sunlight, so I temp-tested. The water inside is still very cool. This is a great buy!!" —baduffy

    Get it from Amazon for $5.62.

    19. foldable splash pad that you, your pets, and kids can enjoy running through on warm days. You can increase or decrease the height of the stream by adjusting the pressure. It's fun the entire family can enjoy! 

    Promising review: "We're already hitting triple digits in Arizona, and I wish I'd found this wonderful splash pad years ago. Both of our dogs were thrilled when I set this up. They had a fantastic playtime with both the fountain effect and just tromping around inside the pool. A great way for them to cool off and get some exercise when it's just too hot for their normal trail runs. It is reasonably priced with easy setup right out of the box — basically, just set it down and hook up the hose. It held up very well against their rough play. Seems very durable. Looking forward to an entire summer of cool playtime in the desert heat! Highly recommend if your dogs love water, and this would be fun for small children, as well!" —Kayce

    Get it from Amazon for $25.99 (available in five sizes and two colors).

    20. Or a paw-activated water fountain your dog can control when they're hot or thirsty. All you need to do is attach it to a hose, and when your pup steps on it, the water will squirt out for them.

    Promising review: "My dog loves playing in and drinking water, especially when it's hot outside! It took me only about 20 minutes to teach her how to use it. She weighs 127 pounds, and this fountain has held up well. It is good quality and has provided a lot of entertainment, especially on hot summer days." —A. L. B.

    Get it from Amazon for $46.99.

    21. A portable shower that'll attach to a water bottle and act as a shower, which will come in handy on days when your outdoor adventures take a somewhat messy turn or when you want to give your pet a little splish-splash fun. 

    The product
    Amazon

    Promising review: "We have three Aussies who find mud in drought. Worked great on any bottle we tried it with. A gallon milk jug is my favorite. Also terrific for muddy or overheated children!" —J. W. Ramsden

    Get it from Amazon for $13.95.

    22. An AC extender to ensure the cool air doesn't stop at you. The last thing you want is to be three songs deep into your karaoke concert featuring the best of the 2000s, while your pet is in the back searching for a bit of breeze.

    23. A no-zip pet stroller to make it easy to chauffeur your high-maintenance pet around while you stroll through the local flea market. There's even an elevated paw rest, so your pup can get a nice view of the hometown happenings.

    a person walking their dog in the no zip pet stroller and the dog inside is a small dog

    24. A Chuckit! float fetch toy made with lightweight memory foam so when your dog jumps in the water to get it, they can scoop it right up. It's a fun way to incorporate water play into your pup's summer routine. 

    Promising review: "This is hands-down my dachshund's favorite water toy. Lasted over a year through river trips, dog beach, and pool days. Very durable and floats very well. Easy to throw and does not hold water or smell after use at all. We just bought him another after much use." —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $11.49+ (available in two sizes).

    25. pressure-activated Coleman cooling pad you can place in the shade and let your dog relax on. It's designed to lower their body temperature by 5–10 degrees and requires no refrigeration. How ~cool~ is that?!

    Promising review: "I have a pug and a toy fox terrier/Chihuahua mix, and they absolutely love this thing. I just leave it sitting on the living room floor, and they gravitate toward it whenever they need to cool down (they sometimes even fight over it). Both fit simultaneously if they are in the mood for sharing the space. The mat is tough, too! I don't think their nails can penetrate it." —E Marsh

    Get it from Amazon for $35+ (available in two sizes and two colors).

    Some reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity. 

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