What dogs are most at risk for heat stroke?
Amie VonRueden
2025-09-28 09:16:32
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Research has revealed that four of the UK’s favourite dog breeds are at high risk of heat stroke from temperatures of 20C and above. The Kennel Store research also showed that a further five breeds had a medium risk of developing heat stroke at those temperatures. These are the dog breeds at the highest risk of heat stroke: High Risk Border Collie Springer Spaniel Labradoodle French Bulldog Medium Risk Labrador Retriever Cockapoo English Cocker Spaniel German Shepherd Dog Golden Retriever. A Kennel Store expert said: During heatwaves, dogs with particular features are more susceptible to heat stroke or other heat-related illnesses, specifically French Bulldogs, Labradoodles, Springer Spaniels and Border Collies. Cockapoos, German Shepherds and the nation’s favourite Labrador Retriever - amongst other breeds - are also at medium risk of suffering through the heat wave. The features that increase a dogs risk include having thick fur, short muzzles, and preferring cold climates.
Margarett Effertz
2025-09-28 07:20:28
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British researchers determined that certain breeds, as well as those that are older and/or overweight, may be more likely to suffer from the heat-related illness than others. In general, most at risk are dogs that weigh more than 110 pounds, and also breeds with flat faces — such as pugs and French bulldogs — according to the study in Scientific Reports. The breeds identified at highest risk of heatstroke were: Chow chow, Bulldog, French bulldog, Dogue de Bordeaux, Greyhound, Cavalier King Charles spaniel, Pug, Golden retriever, Springer spaniel. Chow chows, for example, were 16 times more likely to develop heat stroke compared to Labradors. Flat-faced breeds, such as bulldogs, are especially vulnerable because their breathing is compromised by the shape of their skulls, Hall explained. Dogs use panting to cool down, which works by passing air over the nasal passages allowing evaporative heat loss, she said. Dogs with shorter muzzles (brachycephalic breeds) have less area to allow heat loss.
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