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Is it safe to give my dog ice water daily when it's very hot?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 4 years and 9 months old

Is it safe If I give my dogs ice water ? It's been very hot and I was wondering if it is safe if I give them ice cold water every day

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Answered By Destini R. Holloway, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 23rd, 2019

I would only place a few ice cubes in the bowl so that your pet doesn’t get a brain freeze type headache. Otherwise it should be fine. Just also keep in mind that keeping your pet in the shade (if left outside), leaving inside of temperatures are above 90 degrees Fahrenheit, and providing fans are more effective methods of cooling off your pet. Best wishes with Hazel moving forward. Take care!

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