This issue’s picks

Pressure-activated gel, no freezing required. For any dog travelling in summer, especially brachycephalic breeds.

Human sunscreen contains zinc oxide, toxic to dogs. This is pet-safe for ear tips, nose bridge and pale skin.

Pop-up canopy under a kilogram. Useful at open beaches with no dune cover.

Soak, wring, tie round the neck. Immediate cooling over the major neck vessels. Pack two.

UK-made. Dedicated pockets for leads, treats, bags and a water bottle; wipe-clean lining.

Self-contained bottle with an integrated drinking trough: tip it, they drink, tip it back. Replaces a separate bottle and bowl.

Spiral stake screws into sand or soil, rated to 220lbs, for hands-free time at the beach. Supervised use only.

Non-negotiable for Frenchies, Bulldogs, Bassets and Dachshunds near open water. Grab handle included.