Proud owners posted photographs of their treasured companions finding relief from the heat on our Facebook page.
And here they are - and if you are looking for ideas for a chilled pooch or a cool cat, look no further!
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"Water fight while filling up his pool," said Rachel Stebbings. SUS-210722-105048001
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Keeping cool with an ice lolly, from Ewa Boo. SUS-210722-105159001
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Feet in the pool, by Tina Woodley-Roberts. SUS-210722-105342001
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"Having a swim in the paddling pool," said Natalie Spinks. SUS-210722-105447001