As summer arrives, beating the heat becomes the buzzword. For many pet owners, affectionately known as "poop scoopers," pets serve as emotional companions. With the booming "pet economy," pet cooling gear has emerged to meet the demand. Our reporter learned that in Yiwu International Trade City, numerous pet stores have introduced a variety of pet cooling equipment, such as ice pads, cooling or mosquito-repellent collars. To facilitate dog-walking in summer, some merchants have also spotted business opportunities and launched pet cooling vests.

On the morning of July 3rd, "Do you have cooling ice pads for pets?" "Yes! We have a special summer collection. Let me get one for you." At a pet store in Zone 5 of the Yiwu International Trade City, the store manager, Lou Jinjin, showed a reporter some pet ice pads. "This cooling pad has a smooth surface and is easy to clean. When dogs lie on it, it helps lower their body temperature. Every summer, many pet owners inquire about and purchase these pads. We've sold nearly 50,000 units in the first half of the year," Lou Jinjin introduced. In addition to traditional square and round ice pads, there are also uniquely shaped ice pads in fruit designs such as strawberries, watermelons, and lemons, which are quite popular in the domestic market. Furthermore, merchants have also launched cooling or mosquito-repellent collars, cooling vests, and other products. Among them, the cooling vests not only provide a refreshing sensation but also offer sun protection.

"Our long-standing European and American customers started placing orders a long time ago!" Lou Jinjin revealed that the peak purchasing season for pet supplies in the Yiwu market spans from January to April and from August to December, during which overseas customers tend to restock their inventories in bulk. Given that the market's procurement cycle precedes actual demand by approximately one month, customers rush to complete their final restocking of summer products before May to avoid unsold inventory at the end of the season. Nowadays, pet supplies from Yiwu are not only popular domestically but also sell well overseas, becoming favorites among "pet parents" worldwide.

On major online shopping platforms, when the reporter searched using the keyword "pet cooling," a variety of pet cooling products appeared, with prices ranging from tens of yuan. Some products even boasted monthly sales exceeding 10,000 units. There were even specialized mini fans and air conditioners for pets, ensuring that pets wouldn't suffer from heatstroke even when their owners were away during the day. It's worth mentioning that due to the low stature of cats and dogs, the ground temperature can become extremely high under direct sunlight, posing risks of burning their paw pads and causing a rapid rise in their body temperature. Therefore, during summer, it's advisable to schedule pets' outdoor activities during the cooler early morning or evening hours.