Calculator
Dog walk heat-safety checker
Combine temperature, humidity and your dog's risk factors for conservative guidance on whether, when and how long to walk.
Estimates are a starting point; your veterinary team can confirm the right figures for your animal.
Result
Caution risk
Shorten the walk, stick to shaded or grassy routes, avoid the hottest part of the day and bring water.
Always check pavement temperature with the back of your hand before walking: if it is too hot for your hand for five seconds, it is too hot for paws. This tool gives a conservative estimate only and cannot replace judgement on the day or veterinary advice for a dog with a known heat-sensitive condition.