22 Products To Keep Your Dog Happy This Summer

Nov 17, 2023

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Dogs just wanna have fun — even in the hot, hot sun.

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Warren London is a small biz making dog grooming products that help with all kinds of skin problems.

Promising review: "This product is so helpful. My poor pup has a white-spotted nose and it gets sunburnt so easily, along with the inside of his ears. So I just spray a little of this when he decides to sunbathe and he hasn't been burnt since!" —Danielle Fender

Get it on Amazon for $13.99.

Promising review: "Love this product. The aerosol canister allows quick application at all angles (i.e. armpits, groin). Aerosol also goes on light and even, quickly drying. Is the largest bottle of sunscreen available so need to order less. Top has locking lid to keep little kids out. When it says 'meets the FDA guidelines,' it means for ingredient stability and safety. Proven to stay good for a year with normal storage. Waterproof and 'lick-safe' once dry. This dries almost instantly. It isn't greasy, though you will notice a slight difference in coat texture—kind of feels like a very fine dusting of talc powder—but hands come away clean. Smells nice (vanilla). Blocks both UVA and UVB rays, and contains five different sunscreen ingredients (as found in human sunscreens), in addition to skin conditioners. Rates equivalent to 30–40 SPF (you only get to say 'equivalent' because the SPF scale was developed using human skin). Brand respected and carried by veterinary dermatologists. Introduce the new sound and smell of this product with treats and praise, and your dog will love it as much as mine does!" —1project2many

Get it from Amazon for $17.95.

Promising review: "It's very easy to use: Just press the button and tilt forward, and water comes out almost like a small waterfall. If your dog doesn't finish what's in the bowl, simply press the button and tilt back, and the water will flow back into the bottle. The bottle is made of thick, study plastic that seems to combat some of the heat from outside. It was absolutely perfect for my 6-pound Chihuahua. I HIGHLY recommend this bottle!" —Breanna Rodriguez

Get it from Amazon for $14.98+ (available in two sizes and three colors).

Promising review: "I love this thing. I was definitely skeptical but it is sort of miraculous how the water stays in the bowl. (It is even a little tricky to dump the water on purpose because of the design.) I needed a bowl so my pup could have water at all times during a cross country road trip. It doesn't slide around, and didn't spill. He has even stepped on it and it barely splashed. Perfect. Totally recommend." —Siena

Get it from Amazon for $13.95 (available in two colors)

Promising review: "This stuff is amazing! I have a few different kinds of sprays and shampoo and this particular actual seems to help my dog instantly! He doesn't even try to get away when I’m putting it in him unlike other anti-itch or medicated pet sprays!" —Cher/Cheryl Sever

Get it from Amazon for $14.99.

Promising review: "If your dog gets warm easily, BUY THIS! This cools mine right down and she loves it! I put it on her dog bed, on the ground, or in her crate and she automatically gravitates toward it. I’ve had it for four months and can verify that it holds up well. I machine-wash mine and hang it up to dry and have had no issues with it staying cool." —Beth

Get it from Amazon for $8.69+ (available in four sizes and four colors).

Promising review: "The dogs LOVE this pool. They definitely prefer it over the hard plastic pools. I think it's because the bottom is not slippery like the hard plastic and they didn't feel confident walking in those. It's very simple to clean and refill." —CleverScreenName

Get it from Amazon for $29.99.

Promising review: "The LaRoo dog fitness ring is a great toy to use for playing in the pool it provides hours of fun and keeps my pups active." —Mrschavez728

Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in three sizes and two colors).

Promising review: "I ordered these to help my pup stay cool during the summer months. I wet them and stuck them in the fridge for a couple of hours before putting one on my dog. They stay cool for a couple of hours. I would rotate them throughout the day, putting one on my pup while the others cooled, and it turned out to be super helpful to help her keep cool in a house with no AC. I ended up using them on my neck too." —Xw

Get it from Amazon for $11.99.

Promising review: "Got this for my 24-pound dog, as he usually lies on the concrete patio when we’re all outside with the sun blazing down on him. Got it set up and didn't even have to coax him onto it. He loves it! He's so comfortable, and definitely cooler with that canopy over him. It's also held up well through the heat, rain, and some surprising strong windstorms. Definitely recommend." —Prairie Dove

Get it from Amazon for $44.99+ (available in three sizes and two colors).

These attach to your dog's head with an adjustable elastic cord, so they'll stay put.

KayKos Dog Shades is a small biz based in Juan Capistrano, California that sells glasses for dogs and super cute bandanas with a secret pocket.

Promising review: "My dog finds them comfortable and loves to wear them for car rides to keep the sun out of her eyes. Literally every person takes a picture of her at stoplights. So I’m happy to spread some joy around Southern California. Thank you for the great product!" —chrisdola

Get a pair in a size large from KayKos Dog Shades on Etsy for $19.25 (available in more sizes and colors here).

Promising review: "My dog loves playing in and drinking water especially when it's hot outside! It took me only about 20 minutes to teach her how to use it. She weighs 127 pounds and this fountain has held up well. It is good quality and has provided a lot of entertainment especially on hot summer days." —A. L. B.

Get it from Amazon for $54.99.

Promising review: "We have three Aussies who find mud in drought. Works great on any bottle we tried it with. A gallon milk jug is my favorite. Also terrific for muddy or overheated children!" —J. W. Ramsden

Get it from Amazon for $13.95.

Promising review: "These hats are adorable for taking my dog to the beach! And he actually kept the hat on and liked it, unlike other hats I've tried on him. It definitely blocked the sun for him. And he got SO many compliments!" —Anne Beckerle

Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in four sizes and three colors).

Promising review: "We're already hitting triple digits in Arizona, and I wish I'd found this wonderful splash pad years ago. Both of our dogs lost their minds with happiness when I set this up. They had a fantastic playtime with both the fountain effect and just tromping around inside the pool. Great way for them to cool off and get some exercise when it's just too hot for their normal trail runs. Reasonably priced with easy setup right out of the box, and it held up very well against their rough play. Seems very durable and looking forward to an entire summer of cool playtime in the desert heat! Highly recommend if your dogs love water. This would be fun for small children as well!" —Kayce

Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in five sizes and four styles).

BTW: A fan is not included. And, make sure you measure your crate before purchasing.

SlumberPod is a mother-and-daughter-owned small business making comfy and cozy sleeping/privacy pods for babies and pets.

Promising review: "These little slumber pod blackout tents are very well constructed and do a great job of blacking out while allowing air flow into the crate making for peace of mind for me and a restful night for my puppy." —Erin

Get it from SlumberPod for $19.99 (originally $99.99).

BTW: This also includes a matching leash! And, it's easy to put on and take off because it has openings at the neck and chest.

Choke Free Dog Harness is a small business that sells dog vests, shirts, hoodies, coats, leashes, and more.

Promising review: "Awesome fit and I love the mesh. I live in Arizona and this is nice for my dog. Loving the Velcro. I adopted Harley and he suffered from past trauma. One of his eyes had to be removed, his front teeth were broken off, and he old fractures. He was so afraid to have a collar or a harness that had to fit over his head but with this harness he has no problem. It is very secure." —Susan

Get this set from Choke Free Dog Harness on Etsy for $15.99 (originally $19.99; available in four sizes and more styles here).

Promising review: "I got these shoes because I live in Texas and the pavement here gets scorching hot in the summer and my dog's feet burn when I take him out. I have a 60lb Austrian Shepard and I got a size 5 and they fit him almost perfect. Could maybe do a size 4 but I like the way the size 5 fits. Easy to get them on and they stay on so well. He doesn't seem to mind wearing them. These were a perfect solution!" —bailey

Get a set of four from Amazon for $28.99 (available in eight sizes and six colors).

BTW: Reviewers suggest using this as a sneaky way to get your dog to take their vitamins or mediations.

Promising review: "Bought 'birthday cake' doggy ice cream. Ingredients are people-friendly. Difference: lactose-free. Cara just loved it! It's her after-dinner treat, and judging from the banging bowl as she makes sure not to miss any — it's 'good to the last drop.' I must say I tried it and it's not bad! Highly recommend." —Marrianne B.

Get it from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in five flavors).

Promising review: "I absolutely love these. I make homemade frozen treats for my dogs all the time now and these are perfect. They are soft and very easy to remove the treats as well as super easy to clean. I love the variety in shapes and sizes." —Balanzar5

Get a six-piece set from Amazon for $12.99.

Promising review: "Our dog loves this life jacket! He can swim without it, but just not well or for very long. Now, in the mornings he tries put it on himself so we can go throw the ball into the lake for him!" —Jessi

Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in three styles, six sizes, and seven colors).

This bar is made out of 100% natural ingredients. To use, massage on paws or nose as often as needed.

Pardo Naturals is a Black-owned, woman-owned small business based in Covington, Georgia that specializes in products designed for people (and animals!) with issues related to sensitive skin.

Get it from Pardo Naturals for $12 (originally $15).

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