Pet fountain mat takes the internet by storm after dog-owner shares snaps of her pup grinning

Pet owners race to buy Kmart’s $15 fountain mat after delighted dog warms hearts across the country: ‘This is the happiest pup alive!’

A woman has shared happy snaps of her pup playing with a Water Fountain Mat
Kmart’s Dog Water Fountain Mat is only $15 and provides instant heat relief
It’s important to monitor pets in the summer sun and ensure they don’t overheat
Always check your dogs, armpits, neck & hind legs to see if they’re overheating

By Amelia Roach For Daily Mail Australia

A woman has shared happy snaps of her cute companion enjoying a swim in the sun with Kmart’s Dog Water Fountain Mat.

Shopper Stacey’s pup ‘Eevie’, can be seen jumping and bounding onto the $15 water mat while ‘smiling’ as she attempts to get some summer heat relief.

The Dog Water Fountain Mat is available from Kmart stores and features a hose connector which makes the mat easy to assemble.

A woman has shared happy snaps of her cute companion enjoying a swim in the sun with Kmart’s Dog Water Fountain Mat

‘Perfect for hot sunny days, your dog will love pawing around in this water fountain mat,’ Kmart Australia states online.

The Australian summer can reach temperatures from the mid 20’s to well over 40 degrees celsius and dogs do not respond well to heat.

Overheating in dogs is extremely common during the summer and it must be recognised immediately to allow the pet to cool down properly.

Overheating in dogs is extremely common during the summer and it must be recognised immediately to allow the pet to cool down properly

What are the best ways to cool down your dog this summer?

Take your dog for a swim
Refill their water bowl with cold water
Give your dog ice cubes/ put ice cubes in water bowl
Place your dog inside next to a fan/ air conditions
Put your dog’s bed in the shade
Leave a wet towel or blanket available to your dog
Place cool/ frozen dog-friendly fruit and vegetables in your dog’s food bowl, such as, pear, blueberries, carrot, watermelon, cucumber, celery and green beans

The top places to check for your dog for if it’s overheating are on their neck, behind their hind legs and their armpits.

Another tip for keeping your pup cool this summer is limiting walks in the middle of the day, always stick to an early morning or late afternoon wander.

The Dog Water Fountain Mat is the ultimate way to cool down your dog this summer and many have commented on Stacey’s post saying what a great idea it is and on the adorable action shot.

‘Eevie has always been so obsessed with the water, but I’ve never seen her happier than when she sees me turn on her [water mat]’, Stacey said on Facebook

‘Eevie has always been so obsessed with the water, but I’ve never seen her happier than when she sees me turn on her [water mat]’, Stacey said on Facebook.

‘Thank you for sharing these photos, I really needed to smile. The pure joy on her face is contagious,’ a woman commented online.

‘Eevie is gorgeous and definitely the happiest dog alive! What a darling,’ another said.

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