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What temperature is too hot for Bulldogs?

Karine Stark
Karine Stark
2025-07-02 05:06:04
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Temperatures between 16c – 19c, generally OK to exercise anytime of day but do keep an eye on large and brachycephalic breeds, such as Pugs and Bulldogs, and any dog that is obese or over 8 years of age or younger than 6 months. The Kennel Club state that temperatures above 20c can cause dogs to become very hot, dehydrated and at risk from heat stroke. The hotter it gets the more risk there is, even if the temperature increases by just 1c. The KC say that any temperature above 25c is a definite NO for all breeds when it comes to walking. So stick to the rule of walking below 20c to be safe during the summer months. Do remember that dogs are not efficient when it comes to cooling down, we aren’t able to sweat excess body heat like humans and we have hairy coats. All this makes us much more sensitive to heatstroke.
Dasia O'Reilly
Dasia O'Reilly
2025-06-23 18:49:55
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Temperatures Below 75°F (24°C) are generally safe for most dogs, but caution is still needed during vigorous exercise or for brachycephalic breeds (like Bulldogs and Pugs) which have more difficulty breathing. Temperatures 75-85°F (24-29°C) require caution, and owners should avoid strenuous exercise during peak heat hours and provide plenty of water and shade. Temperatures Above 85°F (29°C) increase the risk significantly, and short walks are fine, but extended outdoor activities should be limited, with dogs having constant access to water and shade. Temperatures Above 90°F (32°C) are dangerous for most dogs, and owners should avoid outdoor activities and monitor for signs of heat stress. For brachycephalic breeds like Bulldogs, even temperatures below 75°F can be risky during vigorous exercise.
Mariano Casper
Mariano Casper
2025-06-15 09:30:46
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Temperatures of 90 degrees Fahrenheit or higher are typically too hot for most dogs to spend time outdoors without overheating. Some dogs will have difficulty tolerating temps in the mid to high 80s. If it's too hot for you, it's too hot for your dog. But dogs can still overheat in temperatures that are comfortable for humans, especially in high humidity. A dog's temperature is higher than a human's—approximately 101 degrees F to 102.5 degrees Fahrenheit—so ambient air temperature feels hotter to them than it does to us. The normal range of temperatures at which dogs and other species can maintain their body temperatures without expending energy to increase heat production or heat loss is called the thermoneutral zone (TNZ) and ranges from 68 degrees F to 86 degrees F for dogs. Brachycephalic, or flat-faced, dogs, like pugs or French bulldogs, need to practice more caution in hot temperatures because of physical traits or medical conditions that increase their susceptibility to overheating and heat stroke.
Yessenia Gorczany
Yessenia Gorczany
2025-06-12 12:31:17
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Panting is the primary source of heat loss once the environmental temperature exceeds 32 degrees (or less for brachycephalic breeds). Exercise in temperatures over 32 degrees should be avoided or undertaken with care in any dog, but is especially important in brachycephalic breeds. Be careful on days as little as 20 degrees if it’s just starting to warm up, or 25 degrees right through Summer – especially if airway correction has not been done in your dog. From ambient temperatures of as little as 20 degrees, coming into Spring many dogs can struggle to cope. Brachycephalic breeds are at a much higher risk of heat stress and heat stroke, both due to the effect of breathing harder than long nosed dogs (due to their restricted airways), and not being able to dissipate heat as effectively. As a result, very mild increases in ambient temperature can trigger heat stroke or heat stress in any brachycephalic dog.
Marquise Howe
Marquise Howe
2025-05-31 05:03:24
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Most dogs are comfortable at temperatures between 15-25°C, but this is very much dependent on their age, breed, size, coat length, amount of exercise they're engaging in, health and fitness. Brachycephalic breeds, such as French Bulldogs and Pugs are at higher risk from the heat than others. 24-26°C: This is risky territory. Above 27°C: It’s too dangerous to walk your dog. The hotter the temperature, the higher the risk to your dog.