Ensuring a cool summer
In recent summers, temperatures could soar – and that’s not good news for your faithful four-legged friend. Dogs can only release heat through the soles of their feet and by panting, so they are limited in that in ways of cooling down. And overheating can have serious consequences, including heat stroke. So make sure you are well prepared for summer heat. These tips and tools will help you get your dog through the summer comfortably and safely!
1. Hydration
Make sure your pet always has access to fresh water: place several water bowls in your home and yard – and change the water regularly! Going for a walk? Be sure to carry a water bottle for the dog as well. With the Bandee:pouch+ waist bag, you’ll always have everything at hand, while keeping your hands free. EQDOG supplies a handy Travel Bowl that is easy to fill with up to 4 liters of water (or food) and then easily folds up again.
2. Shadow and ventilation
Cooling down is done, of course, by keeping the sun out. Create shaded areas in your home, garden and/or balcony, but also make sure you ventilate well in your home. For example, open windows and doors early in the morning or late at night. Ventilation is important for air quality and helps remove heated air and bring cooler air into the house. A thick coat can also trap heat unnecessarily. Therefore, brush regularly to remove excess fur. This can help dogs regulate their body temperature.
3. Get coolvests
Every year there is a huge run on EQDOG’s Cooldog, which has a special layer of ACO-DRY® that provides long-term cooling. The cooling coat is specially designed to prevent overheating for active dogs and safely lower body temperature for an extended period of time – without harmful substances in the lining. This is different from the vast majority of cooling mats and cooling coats. These coats cool for long periods of time by evaporation thanks to the safe layer of ACO-DRY®.
4. Take the plunge
Swimming is a great way for your dog to cool off, but don’t forget that this is also very active exercise – and not every dog has the same level of fitness or can swim that well. EQDOG has thought about that too: with their Pro Life Vest, you can make sure your dog can cool off safely in the river, sea or lake!
5. Reschedule activities
It is incredibly important for dogs to keep moving. Plan long walks in the early morning hours or when the sun is down. While doing so, keep an eye out for safety with the Orbiloc Safety Lights. These waterproof, sturdy safety lights increase your dog’s visibility during walks at dusk or night, as well as during water sports activities. They easily attach to a harness, collar or life jacket, keeping your dog highly visible at all times and preventing accidents.
Anyway, avoid walks on hot asphalt or sand to avoid worn soles. Can’t go out with the dog other than during the day? Then use EQDOG’s 4Season dog shoes for extra protection of the sensitive soles.
Filling shelves?
Also want to make sure dogs enjoy the summer safely and comfortably? Then get yourself the Orbiloc Safety Lights, Cooldog cooling jackets, 4Season dog shoes and Pro Life vests. In addition, make it easy to take good care of dogs with the Bandee:pouch+ and the Travel Bowl from EQDOG. Want to know more about these products? Or would you like a demonstration: call +31(0)6 109 104 63 or email info@noho.nl.
Finish spring cleaning in 6 steps
Spring is in full swing and that means it’s time to refresh the shop and get it ready for the new season: the autumn/winter collection can go out, the spring/summer collection in, prepare to facilitate dog training workshops and for the warm days that are almost upon us. At NOHO Agency, we help you put things in order. With these 6 tips, you’ll have your shop clean and organised in no time and you’ll be prepared for the year ahead!
- Organise your stock
First get your affairs in order by clearing out the stock in the shop and your storage area: which products do you actually have in store? Are you going to use these products again next autumn/winter? Or does your product range need some refreshments? Take a look at what our our high-quality brands have to offer!
- Clean, clean, clean
Everything tidy? Then it’s time for a thorough cleaning. Sweep and mop all floors, dust all surfaces, clean the display cases and wash the windows. A clean shop is not just the shop window or the shelves. Be sure to clean the storage area and any back rooms as well.
- Create a fresh look
Appearance is everything. Therefore, bring spring to your shop with some green plants or spring flowers. Adding natural elements improves the look of your shop and creates a calming atmosphere for both customers and pets.
| Also read our tips for a good shop design. |
- Reflect on your product offering and strategy
Everything refreshed? Then take a critical look at your product range for this summer, next winter and your more timeless range: which products are you actually less satisfied with? What could be better? Do you have all the essential products for next summer? Or do you want to go all out this winter with Pomppa’s dog coats, EQDOG’s dog shoes or Orbiloc‘s robust dog lights? Perhaps you need rock-solid leashes? Or do you want to turn out with beautiful, trendy food bowls?
| Tip: Consider visiting Interzoo, the largest pet industry trade fair, from 7 May to 10 May in Nuremberg, Germany. Here you will find the latest trends and innovations. And of course NOHO agency will be there! |
- Optimise the customer experience
Step into your shop like a customer does: can you quickly find the specific product you are looking for? And get all the information you need in the process? DOG Copenhagen offers several great how-to videos on how to put on a dog harness and how to choose the right size.
- Update your marketing material
Take advantage of the fresh start of spring by going through and updating your marketing material. Refresh your website, update your social media and use seasonal promotions to attract customers to your shop – or come back. At NOHO agency, we are happy to help with optimal set-ups. Email info@noho.nl for up-to-date EAN codes, beautiful images of specific products or personalised leaflets for on your shop counter.