Aside from panting, dogs cool down through the sweat glands in their paws. Having them stand in a cool pool of water or giving them a quick foot soak can help lower their body temperature. It can also be helpful to put some cold water on your dog's chest.
How do dogs regulate their own body temperature?
Dogs do have sweat glands, located in the pads of their feet and in their ear canals, but sweating plays a minor role in regulating body temperature. The dog uses the panting mechanism to rid his body of excess heat.
How do dogs lose heat?
Dogs predominantly lose heat by conduction (such as contact with a cold surface) and convection (transfer of heat energy from hot to cooler molecules) through the skin. As the body temperature increases, blood vessels in the skin dilate to increase blood flow.
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