RSPCA demands 'dog lockdown' with owners told to take extra precautions amid 'extreme period'

The RSPCA has called for a "dog lockdown", with owners urged to change to take extra precautions in the next week.The animal charity has warned of an upcoming "extreme" period, with dog owners warned not to become "complacent" this summer.Dr Samantha Gaines, dog welfare expert at the RSPCA, said the ongoing heatwave poses a serious threat to the wellbeing of our pets.She said: "One of the biggest risks during periods of extreme heat is treating them like any other summer day." TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say This year's third heatwave is not expected to shatter July's temperature records, but is still likely to hit a peak of 35C."Whenever temperatures rise we must think about the impact on our pets," she said.Dr Gaines warned that...

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