The Genius Gadget You Need to Keep Your Dog Cool All Summer Long
Why had no one told us about cooling water bowls for dogs? This smart gear can help our best friends stay cool for hours, even in the middle of a heat wave, so we don't have to hide indoors and by the AC for three months.
Snuggles and puppy love aside, one of the best parts about being a dog owner is enjoying the outdoors and sunshine with our furry friends — my personal favorite warm weather hang involves chilling barefoot in the grass with my puggle, Harry Winston. But when our pups join us outside in the middle of the Summer, whether it's for a long hike or just a few minutes of walking, it's our job to keep them safe and comfortable. That's where cooling water bowls come in.
Instead of hoping you'll come across a water fountain that doesn't have lukewarm water at the park or having to fill and refill your pup's water every half an hour while you sit outside by the pool to make sure it's not hot and gross, order one of these cooling bowl options on Amazon. All of them require minimal prep (popping them in the freezer or running them under cold water for a bit) and keep your pet's liquid refreshing for hours.
As always, though, consult your vet to make sure a product is safe for your dog; most of these bowls contain gel or silicone in their core (that's what freezes to keep the water cool) that if ingested could be harmful.
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Aozbz Pet Cooling Bowl
Put the Aozbz Pet Cooling Bowl ($21) in your freezer for two hours, and it will keep 16 ounces of water cool for your dog for up to eight after that — perfect for long hikes with your pup. According to the brand, the shell of the bowl is made from FDA-approved, nontoxic, high quality polyethylene (PE) material.
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K&H Pet Products Coolin' Water Bowl For Dogs and Cats
The large size of the K&H Pet Products Coolin' Water Bowl For Dogs and Cats ($27) is perfect for big dogs, because it can hold up to 96 ounces of liquid that'll keep cold for up to 15 hours (there's also a 32-ounce option available). The brand said dog owners need to activate the K&H Cooling Crystals by filling the bowl with water before the first use, then emptying it and freezing it overnight. "For extended cooling power, freeze about an inch of water in the bowl each night," the company recommended.
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Cool Pup Cooling Pet Bowl
A reviewer of the Cool Pup Cooling Pet Bowl ($20) said: "I was amazed after putting the insert in the freezer for a few hours that the water stayed cold and the insert was still cold when it was time to refill. This will be a perfect solution for those hot Summer nights. The bowl is also very sleek looking and made very well."
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Te-Wai FreeZone Dog Pet Water Bowl Freeze Cool & Frosty Foldable Portable Bowl
The Te-Wai FreeZone Dog Pet Water Bowl Freeze Cool & Frosty Foldable Portable Bowl ($19) not only keeps your dog's water cool for up to six hours (it uses the same freeze technology other bowls in this list utilize), but it folds up into a cold-insulated pouch that turns into a cooling collar for large dogs (if your dog is small, you'll have to carry the pouch). The bowl holds up to 50 ounces of liquid and is made of FDA-approved silicone.
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Pet Parade Frosty Chilled Pet Bowl
The Pet Parade Frosty Chilled Pet Bowl ($8) is a bargain option. It keeps your pet's water cool for up to eight hours and holds 16 ounces.
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Dog Pet Cooling Bowl
A buyer of the All For Paws Dog Pet Cooling Bowl ($29) said: "We have very hot temperatures here in the Summer and these bowls keep water cool, even in 100-degree temperatures."
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Neater Pet Brands Polar Bowl
The Neater Pet Brands Polar Bowl ($20) features a double-walled stainless steel design that holds a a nontoxic gel core on the inside — a better option if your dog tends to chew on his bowl.
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Magisso Bowl With Cooling Ceramic Technology
The Magisso Bowl With Cooling Ceramic Technology ($38) is different than the rest of bowls in this list because it doesn't require any freezing. All you have to do is soak the bowl for 60 seconds to start the cooling function and, according to the brand, the bowl will stay cool for hours.
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