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My dog with lar par gets agitated in heat. How to keep him cool?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | neutered | 100 lbs

Is there anything I can do to keep my dog comfortable in the heat? He has lar par and gets agitated when it’s very hot! Please help me, he is my Service Dog, I love him dearly and want to help make him comfortable! Thank you!

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on July 17th, 2019

The heat is so hard on dogs! I would keep Ross in a cool, dark room with a fan and the shades down. Make sure he always has plenty of cool water. You can get him a cooling mat online or at a pet store. I hope this helps!

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