Help your pooch beat the UK heatwave with the best dog cooling products

This Sunny Daze Dog Paddling Pool just pops up in seconds, with no need for inflation, so it's ideal to use to cool your pooch down if there's a sudden spike in temperatures. Designed to be used as both a doggy splash pool and an outdoor bath, the pool features a mesh pocket to store toys in and a convenient lead retainer, which will come in handy if you have a dog that likes to make for an escape come bath time.

Reviewed by Rosie Floyd and her three dogs, Gina, Barney & Bella: "With three doggies to worry about cooling down, I went straight to Pets At Home to buy this paddling pool when the recent heatwave was announced. My Labrador Retriever cross, Barney, absolutely loves water so I knew he'd be all over it. However, Gina, my Yorkshire Terrier Jack Russell cross, isn't so keen and my Cockapoo pup, Bella, hasn't really been swimming before so I wasn't sure how they'd react to it. To my surprise, the paddling pool was a hit with all three and they've been constantly dipping in and out of it when they need to cool off. I bought the XL size so it would be big enough for Barney to dip in, and it was just about big enough for him to lay across it but he can't necessarily swim in it so it's something to keep in mind if you have a big dog. I love it because it's easy to put up so it can be filled whenever the hot weather comes about and can also be neatly folded away, ready for another day, when the sun goes down."

With over 16,000 reviews on Amazon, this Pecute Dog Cooling Mat comes highly rated. Made from high-quality, long-lasting and non-toxic materials, it's safe for all pets to use. It's designed to be foldable and can easily be rolled up, so it can be transported wherever you need to travel with your pooch and can be used for beds, crates, kennels, sofas, cars and floors, making it a versatile option. It's activated as soon as your dog lies down, with no need to add water, freeze or chill.

Many reviewers online praise its effectiveness in keeping pets cool, noting its cool-to-the-touch surface. However, opinions on durability vary. While some customers report that their pets were able to damage the mat with nails and teeth, others found it to be well-made and resilient.

Keep your pet cool and comfortable during spells of warmer weather with the Ruffwear Swamp Cooler Vest. This advanced vest is designed with a three-layer system: an outer layer that reflects heat and wicks moisture, a middle layer that retains cold water for an effective cooling effect, and a mesh lining that ensures your dog stays dry even when the vest is wet.

Amazon customers appreciate the added benefit of SPF 50+ UV protection, keeping pets safe from harmful sun rays. Though it's a premium product, reviewers believe it’s worth the investment. They commend its efficient cooling ability, highlighting how the vest, combined with water, keeps their dogs cool and dry for hours.

Keep your pooch as cool as can be in high temperatures with the Sunny Daze Raised Dog Bed from Pets at Home. It features a canopy that offers up to UV 50 protection to keep your hound shaded, as well as a mesh panel bed that's raised off the ground for maximum airflow and ventilation. It also has grips on the feet, which ensure stability both indoors and outdoors to make sure the bed doesn't slide about when your dog is getting in and out of it.

Reviewed by Rosie Floyd & her Labrador Cross, Barney: Being a black Labrador Cross with a thick coat, Barney really struggles to keep cool in warmer weather but all he wants to do is spend time outside in it. The weight limit for this bed is 31kg so I did worry that Barney's weight wouldn't be supported (he's a very big boy!) but actually, it held his weight with no problems so he was able to stay outside with us and enjoy the sunshine while keeping shaded at all times. From a paw-rent's perspective, I did find the instruction manual a bit confusing to follow at first so it did take a while for the construction of the bed to get going, but after the initial slow start, I found the assembly to be straightforward and it feels really durable and sturdy."

Your pooch will be one cool dog when they wear the Pawaboo Dog Baseball Cap. The cap will keep the sun out of their eyes and face, and they'll look completely adorable while wearing it too. The brim is designed to wrap around your dog's forehead to protect your pooch from the sun's rays. The hat is made with a 100 per cent cotton canvas lining that is durable and breathable as well as an adjustable strap so you can alter the fit to suit your hound. We love that it's available in a range of colours so you can choose one to match your pup's collar or to suit their personality.

Customers appreciate the quality of the hat, saying it's well-made using quality fabric. However, many pet owners have reported difficulty with getting the right size to ensure the perfect fit on their pooch. We recommend measuring your pup's head and referencing it against the size guide before you order.

Another item your dog can wear to keep cool is a bandana. The All For Paws Chill Out Dog Bandana, with its water splash design, is just what your dog needs on warm weather days. You simply soak it in water and place it around your pup's neck for instant cooling relief. It's available in four different sizes and includes a Velcro fastening so you can get the perfect fit for your pooch. It's made from a non-toxic, comfortable material, so it won't irritate their neck.

Customers feel like this product offers great value for money while keeping their pets cool and that it's easy to put on their pooch and fit comfortably, too. However, pet owners report that it does dry quickly so you may need to regularly dunk it back in water to keep the cooling technology activated.

Keep your furry friend entertained and engaged at the same time as making sure they're cool and refreshed with this Pets at Home Ice Pineapple Cooler Dog Toy. Made from durable, non-toxic materials, you simply fill it with water and place it in the freezer for the water to turn into ice before giving it to your dog. Your dog will enjoy the feel of the ice turning into slush as they chew into the different textures on the rubber to give them a fun and cool hit.

This toy is made from soft rubber so while they won't be able to chew through it when the water inside is frozen, once it starts to thaw, it becomes soft again, which means dogs that are chewers and likely to destroy toys may be able to sink their teeth into it. We love that once the ice starts to melt, it creates condensation on the outside so this toy is hydrating as well as cooling and fun.