Seasonal Tips·7 February 2026·5 min read
Summer Heat in Kolkata: The Silent Killers
Pavement burns, dehydration, hidden heatstroke — the dangers your dog will not warn you about.
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Pavement burn\n\nAt 35°C ambient, asphalt hits 55–65°C in afternoon sun. Dog paw pads burn in under 60 seconds. Test rule: place your bare hand on the pavement for 7 seconds. If you cannot, your dog cannot.\n\n## Silent dehydration\n\nA dog can lose 10% of body water before showing visible signs. Always carry water on summer walks. Indoor water bowls should be refilled twice daily.\n\n## Hidden heatstroke\n\nBrachycephalics (Pug, Bulldog, Persian) can collapse from heatstroke even indoors at 38°C without AC. Ground-floor flats with cross-ventilation are barely enough.\n\n## Walk windows\n\n- Before 6:30 am\n- After 7:30 pm\n- Never midday, even in shade\n\n## Cooling tools\n\nWet towel for paws after walks, frozen treats, cooling mats, AC. Ice water on the body during heatstroke is wrong — use room-temperature water.
Frequently asked
Useful but most dogs need acclimation. Better to walk in cool hours.
For most double-coated breeds, no — the coat insulates against heat. Brushing out undercoat is better.
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