KEEPING COOL
‘Might get one for my grandkids – & me’ shoppers run to buy Lidl’s £2.49 toy for hot dogs, that all the family can enjoy
Fabulous Digital Senior Reported and mum-of-two Sarah Bull shared five ways to keep your kids cool in the heat
WHILE many of us are delighted to finally see the return of the hot weather, for our beloved furry pets, the heat is not so fun.
So it's little surprise that dog owners have been rushing to Lidl after spotting a bargain buy that can help to keep them cool in the rising temperatures.
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And not only is it just £2.49, but people are also saying it's the perfect purchase for all the family - kids included.
Liz Taylor took to money-saving Facebook group Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK and shared a snap of the 'Zoofari dog water sprinkler play mat' she found during a trip to her local branch.
Alongside the image, she penned: "Dogs love this found it in my Lidl today for £2.49!!"
Might get one for my grandkids lol (& me of course)
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The bargain buy, which is approximately 100cm in size, says it "provides dogs with a playful way to cool down."
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You simply just connect a garden hose to the mat and fill it with water, making it super quick and easy to assemble.
It wasn't long before the post racked up quite the response, with many pointing out it's the ideal cheap solution to help keep everyone from dogs to kids cool in the summer months.
"We need to get this!" praised one social media user.
A second commented: "Might get one for my grandkids lol (& me of course)."
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A third wrote: "Please see if they have it in your Lidl."
Meanwhile, a fourth noted: "This would be great for children."
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Another tagged a friend and chimed in: "Could you imagine Rex?
"You wouldn’t get him out of the garden!"
It comes after Fabulous previously told how a mum was raving over a "great bargain" from Smyths toy store that's perfect for keeping kids cool.
Samantha Yates took to the same Facebook group and shared a snap of the Intex Crystaln Blue Paddling Pool she stumbled upon in a local store.
“Got this paddling pool for £7 from Smyths in Wigan in store," she penned.
She added: “There was loads.. there's a bigger one than this for £10.
“We got the smaller one just because we have a small garden.
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“Not sure whether there's any online as we got it in store.
“It's fab for £6.99…we didn't realise how big it was.”
Five ways to keep your kids cool in the heat
IT can be really difficult - and costly - to keep kids cool when it's hot outside. But Fabulous Digital Senior Reporter and mum-of-two Sarah Bull shares five ways to help, and they won't break the budget either.
Strip them off
It might sound simple, but stripping kids off at home can really help them regulate their temperature when it's warm outside. Just remember to regularly apply suncream, as more of their skin will be exposed to the sun.
Cool down bedrooms before nighttime
When it's hot outside, it can be difficult for kids to go to sleep - especially if their bedroom feels like an oven. If you have a room that's not in direct sunshine, keep the windows open to let in a breeze. It's also a good idea to keep the curtains closed, to prevent the room from heating up.
Wear a hat
Another simple technique, but one that really works. Make sure that if your kids are playing outside, they've got a hat on. It keeps their face and head shielded from the sun, and also helps if you've got a little one who struggles with bright sunlight. If your tot struggles to keep a hat on, try one with a strap that goes under the chin to help.
Avoid the car
The car can be one of the hottest places during a heatwave, and often takes a long time to cool down. If you have the option, it's better to stay at home rather than taking kids out anywhere in a hot car.
Stay hydrated
This is always important, but even more so in a heatwave. Make sure you're regularly reminding your kids to have a drink, and top them up with cool liquids whenever you can. Use ice too to ensure it's as cold as it can possibly be.