Protect your pooch in the sunshine with the best dog SPF

A little goes a long way with the Petkin Sunscreen Stick as it has a thick formulation. Its consistency makes this SPF ideal for providing extra protection on their most delicate areas, such as their nose and ears. The vanilla and coconut scent is reminiscent of human sunscreens so it will leave your fur babies smelling delicious, too.

The scent of this sun stick is something that is mentioned in the reviews time and time again, saying it made their pup smell nice. As it smells so good, some pet owners found their pooch try and eat it so you may want to distract them with treats while applying.

We all know that trying to get our dogs to stay still enough to have SPF applied when they're raring to get outside can be a challenge, that's why opting for a spray may be an easier option for those with energetic pooches. You simply spray the Petkin Doggy Sunmist Spray on at any time for instant sun protection against harmful ultraviolet rays. Just like the Sunstick we've included above, it has the same deliciously

Reviewers agree that this is easy to apply and is great for dogs that wouldn't sit still enough to have a thicker SPF applied. As it's a slightly thinner product, you may need to apply it more frequently to ensure adequate protection throughout the day. Some reviewers also mentioned that once you get to the end of the bottle, it's hard to get the last drops of product out of the spray.

If you're someone who tries to use more natural products on their animals, give the Be - Sun Protection Balm for Pets a try. It's packed with ingredients, such as shea butter, chamomile and vitamins A, E and F, that will be gentle on your pup's skin so it's great to use on noses, paws, lips, ears, belly and other sensitive areas. Not only will it protect your pooch from the sun but it will also repel insects, bugs, mosquitos and more as it contains citronella.

As it is a balm formulation, customers have found it to be a little greasy so they said it was a little tricky to apply. That being said, once they've managed to apply it, they found it offered great protection to their pet in the sun and helped their skin to not feel so dry.

If you've also got a kitty at home that could do with a little extra sun protection, this Dermoscent SunFREE SPF30+ Cat & Dog Sunscreen is designed for use on both hounds and moggies. It'll protect their snout and other sensitive areas against UVA and UVB while hydrating it to keep their skin soft and smooth.

The formulation isn't sticky according to customers and it's quite thick too so you can apply it generously to more sensitive areas of skin. If your pup likes to swim, it's worth noting this sunscreen isn't waterproof so it will need to be applied after your pooch has come into contact with water.

The Filtabac Antibacterial Sunblock Cream acts as a second skin, providing a protective layer between your pooch and the sun to block out those harmful rays. It’s also equipped with antibacterial properties so it will be soothing and help repair damaged and cracked skin.

Pet owners online love that this cream is a two-in-one antibacterial cream and sunblock so their animal’s skin is protected from the sun while it repairs. Some reviewers pointed out this cream is quite thick so if your hound has long hair, it could be harder to rub in and residue might remain.

These Petkin Doggy Sunwipes are ideal if you want to protect your dog from the sun while out and about and they're super easy to apply as you just wipe them across their skin. They're also good for any SPF top-ups you'll want to do throughout the day if you've already used a cream or balm first thing. They have the coconut and vanilla scent, just like other Petkin sun products.

Customers have reported these wipes are quite dry so you may need to use a couple of them to get the coverage you need. Apart from that, pet owners think this is a great product and they smell great.

Last up is the C&G Pets First Aid Antibacterial Itchy Skin Cream. It's targeted more at repairing skin as it has antibacterial properties so if your pooch already has a little bit of sunburn, this will help to cool and soothe the affected areas. That being said, it still offers SPF 50 sun protection, the highest of any SPFs on our list, so it's ideal for those pups who are particularly sun sensitive.

With over 2,000 reviews, this product is a popular choice with customers on Amazon, rated highly for being easy to apply and relieving dry and itchy skin. The texture of the cream could be improved, however, as some reviewers felt it was slightly greasy.