It's work out time with your dog!

By now summer is officially here and it's bikini weather for all! Time to get in shape and look your best, you and your dog.

When you go for your run, walk or going to the lake, take your dog! Your dog will be the best workout partner you will find. Your best friend will love to spend time with you and it get's them out exercising too.

When working out with your dog in the outside heat there are many things to look for like heavy panting, confusion, vomiting and diarrhea. It is so important to watch for these warning signs of heat exhaustion with you and your dog. It is a great idea to exercise but not such a great idea not to take precautions when out in the heat.

Since dogs don't sweat it is imperative that they get plenty of water to drink. A dog's moisture comes from their mouth and dehydration can set in quickly. General rule of thumb is, if you are thirsty so is your dog.

Make sure you carry cool fresh water for your dog and at Doggie Couture Shop we have many portable dog water bowls and carriers for those much needed times. Dog professionals recommend splashing cool water on your dogs ears and neck to help keep them cool. You can also keep their neck cool with a cooling dog bandana.

Protect a dog's eyes with Doggles as their eyes can become damaged by the harmful sun rays just like a human's eyes can. Also, use dog sunblock, dogs can get sunburned and it is quite painful for them too. Help those hot spots with the soothing hot spot dog cream and it helps minor irritations. Moisturizes their skin too. A dog hat is a excellent idea to protect your dog from the UV rays while outside too!

Whether you are running outside, walking or throwing a frisbee this summer, take your dog with you and protect him from the heat so that your workout partner is around for a long time. Try some great new dog toys to make your workout fun such as the Football Dog Toy, or a Wing a Ball Toy.

If you decide to workout indoors, try a dog treadmill right beside your treadmill.

Have a fun workout this summer and keep hydrated and protected in the summer sun!