11 Best Dog Breeds

For Hot Weather

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IN GENERAL, THE PUPS THAT HANDLE HOT WEATHER WELL WILL HAVE ROOTS IN WARMER CLIMATES, SHORT COATS OR A PHYSIQUE THAT EFFECTIVELY COOLS AIR AS THEY BREATHE.

AUSTRALIAN CATTLE DOG

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Let's start with dogs bred on continent known for its hot weather: Australia. These pups are highly intelligent and natural herders.

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AUSTRALIAN KELPIE

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In the 1800s, breeders in Australia mated several types of working collies, producing the Australian kelpie. These dogs can withstand high heat without tiring.

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AUSTRALIAN TERRIER 

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This small yet mighty dog is known to adapt to any climate & was bred in Australian in the 19th century to work hard for its humans getting rid of pests.

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CHIHUAHUA

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Another breed used to high temps. It's probably the centuries spent in the Mexican sunshine that made these tiny cuddlers so keen on heat.

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IBIZAN HOUND

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This hound was bred in Spain to chase & fetch rabbits. Similar to the Pharaoh hound, who also does well in heat, Ibizans enjoy high levels of activity.

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ITALIAN GREYHOUND AND GREYHOUND

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Greyhounds are aerodynamically designed for high speeds, so their long noses & large lungs can seamlessly distribute cool air throughout their bodies.

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AMERICAN WATER SPANIEL

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Their webbed toes & enthusiasm for any water activity makes them ideal sports for just about any climate.

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AMERICAN HAIRLESS TERRIER

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Although they can handle the heat due to their lack of fur they are prone to sunburn so will need pet-safe SPF.

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BORDER COLLIE

The motto for border collies might as well be, "Work hard, play hard." They are some of the lithest pups out there & have boundless energy.

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WHIPPET

Whippets have super short, thin coats and deep chest cavities, which make chilling out at high noon under the sun a piece of cake.

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DALMATIAN

There are 101 reasons (we couldn't resist) to love dalmatians, not the least of which is their overall terrific health and endurance.

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