{"id":8682,"date":"2023-07-19T20:23:07","date_gmt":"2023-07-19T20:23:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/notabully.org\/?p=8682"},"modified":"2023-11-11T20:49:07","modified_gmt":"2023-11-11T20:49:07","slug":"dog-breeds-that-cannot-handle-hot-weather-dog","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/notabully.org\/dog-breeds-that-cannot-handle-hot-weather-dog\/","title":{"rendered":"19 Dog Breeds That Cannot Handle Hot Weather (Trainer Explains)"},"content":{"rendered":"

It’s summertime again which means record heatwaves all over the country. Everyone loves having a dog for their family to share adventures with, but it is important to think about where you live.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you are somewhere with 100-degree days all summer, you might want to reconsider certain breeds that will not handle those hot temperatures<\/a> without lots of management of their environment.<\/span><\/p>\n

From small to large dogs with all sorts of different coat types, many dogs have a hard time handling the heat. This includes short-nosed brachycephalic dogs, double-coated Arctic breeds, toy dogs with already existing health concerns, and giant dogs with thick coats that trap the heat.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

So let’s take a look at these dog breeds that cannot handle hot weather and why you should be careful with any breed if you live somewhere with hot weather.<\/span><\/p>\n

19 Dog Breeds That Cannot Handle Hot Weather<\/span><\/h2>\n

Just because you have a breed that cannot handle hot weather does not mean you should not get that breed. However, it does mean you have to be incredibly proactive and make sure they do not get overheated. They always need to have access to water, shade, and cool places like the\u00a0<\/span>bathroom floor<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Dogs regulate their temperature<\/span><\/a>\u00a0through sweat glands in their paws and by panting. But some breeds have a harder time regulating their temperature due to unique facial features or thick double coats.<\/span><\/p>\n

So if you feel like you cannot handle the responsibility or that they will not fit your lifestyle, it might be best to avoid the following dog breeds.<\/span><\/p>\n

Brachycephalic Dogs<\/span><\/h2>\n

Some of the world’s most popular dogs right now are Brachycephalic.<\/span> Brachycephalic dogs<\/span><\/a>\u00a0are bred to have a shorter skull which results in flat facial features. From toy breeds to giants, Brachychelphalic breeds come in all sorts of shapes and sizes but share the endearing flat nose and big, wrinkly jowls. However, this unique facial construction can restrict their airway passages and create small nasal holes as well as other health issues.<\/span><\/p>\n

These dogs have a hard time in the hot weather because their shortened airway passages make it harder for them to breathe. This means they cannot pant as efficiently to regulate their temperature. In extreme temperatures, Brachycephalic dogs can even lose the ability to catch their breath causing overheating or heat stroke.<\/span><\/p>\n

Below are some of the Brachycephalic dogs that have the hardest time with the heat.<\/span><\/p>\n

1. English Bulldog<\/span><\/h3>\n