Don't Sweat the Heat! Plan Ahead and Try Some Cool Gear Instead
Healthy Dogs | July 31, 2025
Did you know that it only takes 20 minutes for your car to heat up to over 100 degrees when it’s hot outside? Don’t leave your pet in the hot car, bring them into any Mud Bay location where they’ll be showered with love from our staff!
Less rain and more sunshine means summer is quickly approaching in the Pacific Northwest. It has been a long, cold, winter and there’s no question that everyone is ready for warmer temperatures — but are your pets ready? With a variety of solutions at your local Mud Bay, it’s easier than ever to get your dog and cat ready for the sun’s hot rays of the season. From treats to water fountains, we have tons of ideas on how to keep your pet cool for the summer.
One way that your pet will love cooling off this summer is through treats. Mud Bay has a wide array of options in our Frozen Treat section that are both dog and cat friendly. In addition to being super tasty, these treats are also beneficial for your pet!
Why Mud Bay Loves It: This Pacific Northwest, family-owned and operated company has a variety of raw meaty bones to choose from. These treats come frozen and are perfect to give your dog on a hot summer day while out enjoying the sun. Raw meaty bones are also a great option to help promote overall health. The natural enzymes from the bones can help fight plaque on teeth and the cartilage gives pets a natural collagen boost to support hip and joint health. And did you know that Northwest Naturals Chicken Necks can be enjoyed by cats? Don’t leave your feline out of the chewing fun!
Did you know that Mud Bay delivers in select Seattle and Portland areas? Order by 2pm and get same day delivery! And, delivery is free on orders over $30!
Dogs and cats don’t sweat like humans and although they are built to regulate their body temperature in alternative ways, it never hurts to help them stay cool in high temperatures. Mud Bay is happy to help by offering some great products built to keep your pet cool in the heat.
Why Mud Bay Loves It: This pressure-activated cooling pad gives your pet up to three hours of cool comfort thanks to a non-toxic gel inside the pad, and it only takes about 15-20 minutes to “regenerate” once your pet leaves it. For the hottest of days, stick the pad in the fridge for a bit — a trick that’ll make these cooling effects last even longer. The foldable design makes this cooling pad compact for traveling ease and its unique outer shell is easy to clean. Pad sizes range from extra-small to extra-large, so pets of all sizes can benefit from this unique cooling pad.
Why Mud Bay Loves It: Staying hydrated is one of the best ways to keep cool in the summer heat. These sleek drinking fountains are a great tool to help your cat (or small pup) stay hydrated during the hottest months of the year. Did you know that the continuous flow of water can encourage your pet to drink more water? Helping your pet stay hydrated is extremely important, especially for cats who can experience a variety of health ailments when lacking water in their diet.
Summer days bring outdoor adventures and that means more time in the sun. The heat of the summer might be inevitable, but overheating doesn’t have to be. Stop by your local Mud Bay and check out this gear that will keep your pets cool while adventuring.
Why Mud Bay Loves It: The Swamp Cooler Neck Gaiter is a reversible, everyday cooling neck gaiter for dogs that’s designed to take the edge off when exploring in hot and dry weather conditions.
It’s an easy way to bring a bit of refreshment on the go. The cooling gaiter can also be used for feline friends who venture outdoors.
Why Mud Bay Loves It: Going for a swim is a great way to cool off in the heat. If your dog loves swimming, the Float Coat is a must.
Life jackets are a vital tool for keeping your dog safe in the water and with the Float Coat’s design, your dog can enjoy a long cooling swim with ease and comfortability. The Float Coat’s low-profile, buoyant materials give your dog floating support without the bulk, making this life jacket easy to run and play in, as well as swim.
Check out this article for more information about why your dog needs a life jacket this summer. And if your cat is comfortable in the water, these jackets are absolutely feline friendly.
Keeping your pet cool for the summer has never been easier with these tasty treats and cool products. These solutions can all be found at your local Mud Bay. Don’t forget — Mud Bay has a 100% guarantee, so if you’re not satisfied with your purchase, you’re always welcome to bring it back.
Don’t let a little heat keep you and your pet inside this summer, stop by Mud Bay to get set up for a successful summer season.
Updated 8/25
Weruva WX Phos Focused Freeze-Dried Chicken and Tilapia is a low-phosphorus, high-protein supplement made from 93% boneless, skinless chicken breast, tilapia, and egg white. It has no grains, fillers, bones, or organs.
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Due to its naturally low phosphorus content, this food is suitable for cats requiring phosphorus management, particularly those with kidney conditions. Additionally, it’s highly digestible protein helps maintain lean muscle mass.
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You can serve it dry or add water to soften the texture. Adding water can help your cat digest it more easily and boost their daily water intake. This recipe is meant as a supplement and works well as a topper or treat alongside a complete, balanced diet.
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If you want help figuring out if this is right for your cat, visit your local Mud Bay and speak with a Muddy, or shop with us online today.
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If your pup brings the energy indoors, meet their new favorite toy. The ultra plush Fluff & Tuff Soccer Ball is designed for fetch, toss, and all-out play.
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With a strong inner mesh liner and concealed double stitching, it delivers the durability Fluff & Tuff is known for in a soft, soccer-inspired design.
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Kick off the fun and shop the Fluff & Tuff Soccer Ball in-store or online at Mud Bay.
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Need to keep your dog engaged while you work, host, or help them burn energy?
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The Woof LickMat and LickMix make enrichment easy.
The textured design encourages longer licking, helping promote calm behavior and engagement. Premeasured lines make portioning easy every time.
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Simply mix the grain-free Cheddar and Bacon LickMix. It’s easy to digest, simple to prepare, and each bag provides 10 or more lick sessions. Made from 100 percent silicone, BPA-free, and dishwasher safe. Strong suction cups keep the LickMat stable for easy, everyday use.
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Enhance your dog’s daily enrichment—visit us in-store or online and bring home the woof LickMat and LickMix today.
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👀 Looking for a way to slow down mealtime and keep your dog thinking? The GURU Pet Company Bobble Ball turns your dog’s food into an interactive activity.
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Simply fill it with kibble or small treats, screw the top back on, and let the wobble begin. The weighted base creates unpredictable movement that keeps dogs engaged and working for every bite.
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A great option for dogs new to enrichment or seasoned puzzle pros.
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Shop in-store or online at Mud Bay today.
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🎉 New Mud Bay Air-Dried Toppers are now available in-store and online at Mud Bay!
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We’re excited to offer two new formulas that are complete and balanced for both cats and dogs.
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The Digestive Support Formula has beneficial fiber from lentils and sweet potato, along with probiotic inulin from chicory root. It also includes organic apple cider vinegar for extra immune and digestive support.
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Our Hip & Joint Support Formula features turmeric, oat flour, and omega-3 fatty acids from tuna 🐟 to help support joint mobility and immune health.
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All Mud Bay Air-Dried Toppers are veterinarian-formulated and free of corn, wheat, soy, and artificial preservatives. And they are convenient and easy to use as a complete meal, a treat, or a topper.
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You can find the full line—including Skin & Coat, Cognitive, Digestive, and Hip & Joint Support formulas—exclusively at Mud Bay.
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💫 New at Mud Bay!
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CocoTherapy Cranberry Sweet Potato Pie and Peanut Butter Blondie Coco-Charms. Small in size and low in calories, they are an ideal training treat.
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Made with 100% organic ingredients, you can feel good giving them to your dog during longer training sessions. CocoTherapy Coco-Charms are also free from grains, dairy, gluten, eggs, and preservatives, and are low glycemic.
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Shop the Cranberry Sweet Potato Pie and Peanut Butter Blondie CocoTherapy Coco-Charms in-store or online today!
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🎉 🎉 GIVEAWAY! New Mud Bay Air-Dried Toppers for Cats & Dogs
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We’re excited to give you a chance to win a bag of one of our newest Mud Bay Air-Dried Topper formulas.
Mud Bay Air-Dried Toppers are veterinarian-formulated, complete and balanced for cats and dogs, and easy to use as a topper, treat, or complete meal.
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New Mud Bay Air-Dried Topper Formulas:
Digestive Support
Made with turkey, chicken, and lentils, plus organic apple cider vinegar and chicory root to help support healthy digestion and immune function.
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Hip and Joint Support:
Made with turkey, chicken, fish, and oats, plus turmeric and omega-3s from tuna to help support mobility and joint health.
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We’ll pick winners at random and notify them on April 16th. Each winner will receive a bag of our newest Mud Bay Air-Dried Toppers. 🍀 🤞 Good luck!
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Check out these new aquatic-themed toys for your pup from Fluff & Tuff.
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Available in-store now: Claude the squid, with tentacles that are great for tugging.
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We also have Dottie the Puffer Fish, who will keep your pup active with a nice fetch session, and, last but not least, we have Millie the Axolotl, who is an engaging option for all of the above and ready to shake up your pup’s toy selection.
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Shop these fun new Aquatic options for your pup in-store or online today!
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We visited the local dog park today to share a fun spring surprise 👀🎉
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The park pups got to try our newest Mud Bay Air-Dried Toppers!
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We can’t share all the details on these new toppers yet, but here’s what we can tell you:
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Two new formulas are coming soon, and you’ll find them both in stores and online. They’ll be available in 8-ounce and 24-ounce bags.
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Just like our current toppers, these new formulas give both cats and dogs complete and balanced nutrition. You can serve them as a full meal, sprinkle them on top of their food, or offer them as a treat.
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Thank you to all the pups who came by to try them today.🐾🎉
Check back next week because we have a giveaway coming up. Stay tuned and have a great spring!🌈 💐 🌷 ☀️ ☔
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Keep your pet happy and blissfully engaged with the woof LickMat and LickMix.
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The LickMat is BPA-free, 100% silicone, and dishwasher safe on the top rack, with suction cups for stability and a design that encourages longer licking. It also features suction cups for stability and a design that encourages longer licking, while its built-in mixing bowl and measuring lines make mixing easy.
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The Bacon and Cheese LickMix is grain-free and designed for use with the LickMat, woof Pupsicle, or as a meal topper. Each bag yields about 10 LickMat sessions when used as directed.
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Treat your dog with the Woof LickMat and LickMix. Shop all woof products in-store and online today!
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Stock up on your dog’s favorite Bulk Biscuits and make every refill count.
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Mud Bay’s Bulk Biscuits are all-natural, with many locally sourced options, including organic and grain-free varieties. When you refill your Mud Bay Mud Bucket, you pay $4.24 per pound instead of $4.99 on every refill. That’s 75 cents saved per pound, or 15% off each refill.
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Our Mud Buckets are BPA-free, dishwasher safe, and come in two handy sizes: 2.75 liters and 8.5 liters. Designed for easy refills and fresher storage, they help make treating your dog simple and eco-friendly.
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Refill. Reuse. Re-Biscuit. Visit your local Mud Bay today to pick up a Mud Bay Mud Bucket and some tasty biscuits for your dog!!
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Don’t tell your cats or dogs just yet, but we have two new Mud Bay Air-Dried Topper formulas landing in-store next month! We also want to let you know we`ll be offering a giveaway so that your pets can enjoy one of the new formulas.
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More details to come, so stay tuned for your chance to win a bag of our newest Mud Bay Air-dried toppers.
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