Small pets at risk of heatstroke as temperatures rise, study finds

Warmer weather due to climate crisis puts animals such as guinea pigs, cats and rabbits in danger

Dogs are not the only pets vulnerable to heatstroke, and experts are saying that people should be aware of the risk to smaller animals such as guinea pigs and rabbits, especially as global temperatures rise.

A study suggests that as well as man's best friend, cats, guinea pigs, rabbits and ferrets are also being taken to vets with the condition.