With the temperature rising it’s hard to believe that summer is winding down. But the Dog Days of Summer traditionally mark the hottest most humid days of summer and that seems to be right about now! We have compiled and linked some fun ideas to keep your pup involved in end of summer fun and to keep them cool as we make our way into the fall season.

1. BBQ and Picnics

   This Ultimate Guide to BBQs for Dogs and Their Owners! is a great resource for information on BBQ dog food safety, grill safety and even includes some recipes just for pups!

2. Dog Beach

   Taking your dog to the beach can bring an immense amount of happiness to you and your pup! The pure joy of running and playing in the waves is sure to bring a smile to your face. Here is a great list of 5 safety tips for taking your dog to the beach!

3. Frozen Treats

   Frozen treats are fun to make and also help dogs stay cool and entertained on hot summer days. Here are 5 frozen dog Treat recipes to try out while the weather is hot hot hot!

4. Camping with dogs

   Taking your dog on camping trips is one of the great family traditions of summer! Not only is it fun to include your four legged friend on your adventures it’s also a unique way to camp.Dogs are not always permitted in all the places you might typically want to go, so plan ahead and make sure dogs are aloud on leash or off and what are some of the rules of the area to make sure to follow. The National parks is a great resource for learning more about pets and camping. And if you haven’t followed Camping With Dog Instagram, now would be a great time!

5. Resting in the shade

   Staying Cool and hydrated is important for all of us. Making sure the same is true for yourdogs might take some planning ahead and creativity. Take a look at this article on why pets

   need shade to stay safe

Happy Summer to all! -TUGBOAT