Best Ways to Keep Dogs Cool Without Air Conditioning

JULY 29, 2026

When the weather warms up, keeping your dog cool and comfortable becomes a top priority.

Our furry friends mainly regulate their body temperature by panting and by releasing heat through their paws, which means hot days can be uncomfortable for them.

The good news? You don’t need air conditioning to help your dog stay cool. With a few simple changes, you can easily create a safer summer routine for your pup, both at home and outdoors.

Here are some of the best ways to keep dogs cool without air conditioning:

Use cooling mats for comfortable rest

Cooling mats can be the best solution for helping your dog relax on warmer days. They give your dog a cool surface to lie on, making them ideal for bedrooms, living rooms or shaded garden spots.

Make frozen treats!

Frozen treats are a fun way to help your dog cool down while giving them something enjoyable to focus on. You can freeze dog-safe ingredients, make ice cubes with water or chicken broth, or place our tasty Simply Jaspers treats into an enrichment toy before freezing. This can help keep your tail-wagger entertained while also offering a refreshing summer snack.

To provide all the good nutrients with a healthy treat, try placing our Simply Jaspers treats into a dog-safe frozen mix to create a tasty reward your pup will enjoy slowly.

Choose your dog’s favourite flavour from our extensive collection:

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Create shaded areas in the garden

If your pup loves spending time outside, shade is essential.
Garden shade setups can be as simple as using a parasol, a pop-up tent or a shaded corner under a tree. The goal is to make sure your dog always has somewhere cool to rest away from direct sunlight.

You could make their shaded area even more comfortable by adding a cooling mat, a damp or frozen towel nearby, a fresh bowl of water, and their favourite natural dog treat to create a cool space where your furry friend can enjoy being outside safely.

Set up a paddling pool

A shallow paddling pool can be a brilliant way to keep dogs cool in summer, especially if your pup enjoys water.

Place the pool in the shade and fill it with a small amount of cool water. Let your pup step in at their own pace and never force them if they are unsure.

For dogs who are not confident with water, you can start by letting them dip their paws in or play with floating toys.

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Whether you are preparing a frozen enrichment, rewarding good behaviour on a summer walk or creating a relaxing garden setup, our natural dog treats are a tasty way to keep tails wagging.

Explore the Simply Jaspers treat range and find your dog’s favourite flavour for summer.

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