You come home, sweating and seeking relief in front of the fan... and there’s your cat, stretched out on the floor with half-closed eyes. Unlike humans, cats can’t sweat, and heat can quickly become overwhelming for them. This is especially true for indoor cats or long-haired breeds like Maine Coons, who are more prone to overheating.

Thankfully, there are simple things you can do as a cat owner to help keep your cat cool and comfortable on hot days. In this blog, you’ll discover 5 practical tips that not only offer relief from the heat, but also add a bit of fun and help keep your cat well hydrated.

Complaining about the heat and you catch your cat staring back? Guess what: they’re thinking the exact same thing. So time to act!

1. Cat popsicles

Did you know you can easily make cat friendly popsicles at home? And no, not with whipped cream or chocolate (definitely a no-go). Think frozen cat milk or wet food in a silicone mould. The result? A refreshing treat that’s both safe and cooling.

2. Cool spots in the house are worth gold

Cats naturally seek out the coolest places in your home. But you can give them a little help:

Tips:

  • Keep curtains or shutters closed during the day
  • Open doors to create air circulation
  • Let your cat lie on tiled floors (like in the bathroom or hallway)
  • Switch on a fan
  • Place a damp, cold flannel on their favourite spot

Extra tip:

A pet cooling mat makes a perfect go-to spot in the house on hot days.

3. Hydration

Cats often don’t drink enough, especially when eating mostly dry food. But a few clever tricks can help your cat stay hydrated.

Ways to encourage drinking:

  • Place multiple water bowls around the house (filled with fresh tap water)
  • Use a cat water fountain (running water = more appealing)
  • Add a splash of cat milk to their water for a bit of flavour
  • Serve wet food more often instead of dry kibble

4. Something with ice cubes...

Some cats absolutely love playing with ice cubes. It’s simple, cooling, and fun.

Ideas:

  • Slide an ice cube across the floor and let your cat chase it
  • Not a fan of wet floors? Just drop the cube in their water bowl

5. What not to do

You mean it well, but some things actually make the heat worse.

Try to avoid the following:

  • Spraying your cat with water (very stressful!)
  • Sudden temperature changes (like a freezing cold air-con pointed at your cat)
  • Locking your cat in a hot room or leaving them on the balcony/in the garden

Curious if your balcony/garden is safe enough for your cat?

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A small effort, but a big difference

Just a few simple adjustments can make a world of difference. Think popsicles, shady spots, and plenty of water. That way, you’re not just keeping your cat cool but also happy and healthy during the heatwaves.

How will you protect your cat from the heatwaves this summer?

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1 comment

My cat Carmen has cool bedding as I cool it down with the fan pointing on the bed from early morning and leave it then pointing up towards the ceiling to cool down the warm air all day till the sun goes down and then leave windows open a few inches if its safe at night. Also cool the drinking water in the fridge not too cold. And if your cat likes a bit of tuna always put it in the fridge before to chill she loves it cold and refreshing in the heat.

Steff

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