Fred Basset by Alex Graham for July 31, 2023

actually pretty common here in California Fred! they dote over you because they care!

Actually just happened in Illinois. https://apnews.com/article/heat-dogs-k9-shepherd-humane-society-dead-045dce9087ad838aeae5ecd2926039cf

If it can happen to people, it can happen to dogs. It’s better to have them overly fuss than ignore you. Besides, you are their beloved Fred, and they love you very much.

Dogs indeed DO get heatstroke and here is an article about how to tell if your dog has heat stroke and what to do to help them. https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/heat-stroke-in-dogs#:~:text=How%20do%20I%20know%20if,disoriented%2C%20and%20can%20have%20seizures.

Considering this summer is breaking all heat records, all animals are at risk. Make sure your pets have fresh water outside, keep bird baths filled, and provide shelter from the sun.

You’re complaining about being treated like a king?

A rarity in the UK though…..

Fred looks soooooo cute!

Fred the hat is nice but it covers your eyes ;-)

I don’t mind the reruns, but… how long are we expecting them for? In perpetuity?

The hat’s a nice touch, Fred. Go with it.

Honey will lie in the sun on a deck that’s 120F. My youngest sister was the same way.

You look adorable despite your hind end being strangely drawn. Looks too squared off

In the winter, our late Corgi would lay in a sunbeam and move with it. In the summer, she shaded herself under the covered patio.

Fred you are treated like a king don’t complain

Be thankful of your owners’ loving tender care & concern unto thee!!

FYI: According to amazon.co.uk, Fred is “retiring.” The site is selling the 60th anniversary collection which will be available in mid-Sept. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Fred-Basset-Yearbook-2024-Celebrating/dp/180007980X

Fred …… Your lucky for having people that care for you …….. It’s better to have over protective owners ………….. then ones that couldn’t care less ………….. enjoy it Fred …… :)

Bad news Fred – as many others have said, it is a real risk for dogs that don’t have access to shade and fresh water … and it’s even more common during extreme heat events (which we and many others are enduring now).

Yes, animals can get sun stroke.

And some can sunburn, especially on the snout. Eyes need protection too.