# Seven dog breeds facing severe heat risks in Indian summers 2026-08-15T02:57:31+00:00 | Health & Science | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet Siberian Huskies, Alaskan Malamutes, Saint Bernards, Samoyeds, Chow Chows, English Bulldogs and Pugs can face serious heat stress during India’s harsh summers, Business Today reports. Their risks vary. Thick double coats can trap heat in breeds developed for cold climates, while large bodies produce more metabolic heat. Bulldogs and Pugs face added danger because their shortened, flattened snouts make cooling through panting harder. Warning signs include sluggishness, dehydration, lethargy and breathing distress. Peak afternoon exposure, hot streets and exposed balconies can be dangerous. Shaving a Husky is not a simple fix, while grooming cannot remove the physiological challenges faced by heavily coated breeds. Owners should treat ordinary summer outings as potential risks when temperatures soar. ## Coverage - businesstoday.in Tags: Alaskan Malamute, Siberian Husky Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/seven-dog-breeds-facing-severe-heat-risks-in-indian-summers/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/seven-dog-breeds-facing-severe-heat-risks-in-indian-summers/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.