Nine dog breeds most vulnerable to heatwave as owners issued warning

Experts have warned that there are certain dog breeds that most likely affected by scorching weather, as pet owners have been issued a stern warning about dog safety.

A stern warning has been issued to dog owners this summer, as the UK basks in the middle of a scorching heatwave.

And there are certain dog breeds are more at risk of things like heatstroke, dehydration and potentially death, Birmingham Live reports. Both vets and the RSPCA have urgently advised owners against walking their dogs in the humid weather - as even a short walk could result in illness. In first place is the chow chow dog, as they are 17 times more likely to suffer heatstroke than any other dog.

Making up the other four breeds in order are King Charles cavalier spaniels, pugs, English springer spaniels and finally, golden retrievers.

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