HOT weather can make life very uncomfortable for cats and dogs.
But you don’t need to splash cash on extra gadgets to keep pets cool.
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Here are some cheap ideas on how to help your furry friends cope with the heat . . .
ICE ICE BABY: Having an icy treat to cool down is not just for us humans.
There are many ways to serve up a frozen snack for your pet.
For cats, you can mix boneless fish with a little water and freeze into ice cubes.
A tin of boneless salmon is £2.79 at Morrisons.
You could also cook some carrots and blend them to add to the mixture.
This idea from Battersea Dogs & Cats Home will make a bigger batch for less cash.
You can create ice pops for dogs using sardines with water.
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A tin is 47p at Tesco. Pour the mixture into small paper cups and pop in the freezer.
When partially frozen you could add a meaty treat to create a stick. Asda sells a pack of buffalo-flavour sticks for 99p.
When completely set, peel off the paper cup and let your pup enjoy.
GO BANANAS: Instead of lollies, you could try creating doggy ice cream for your pooch.
Simply blend chunks of frozen banana with a big dollop of peanut butter — just make sure the peanut butter doesn’t contain xylitol, as this is a chemical compound that is toxic to dogs.
POOL PARTY: A shaded paddling pool is fun for dogs and will help keep them cool.
If you already have a shallow pool for kids, add a bit of old carpet or a bath mat on the bottom to stop dogs puncturing it with their claws.
Filling a plastic children’s sand pit with water instead of sand is a good option, too.
Or try the plastic Starplay wading pool, £13, from Argos.
WIPE OUT: Wiping your pet with a damp towel is a simple way to help cool them down if they are hot and bothered.
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