Veterinary Clinics Are Turning to Emergency AC in 2025 – Here’s Why

With longer, hotter summers becoming the new norm, veterinary clinics are feeling the heat – literally. Unlike humans, many animals struggle to regulate their body temperature in hot environments, meaning rising indoor temperature directly threaten the wellbeing of pets under clinical care. For vets, nurses, and animal carers, temperature control is essential.  

In this blog, we explore why more veterinary facilities are turning to emergency air con hire to protect their patients, preserve critical medication, and keep services running as they should during periods of extreme heat.  

Why Veterinary Environments Need Climate Control Now More Than Ever  

Patient wellbeing comes first: 

Dogs, cats, rabbits, and exotic pets are especially prone to overheating. Brachycephalic breeds (like bulldogs and pugs) and elderly animals are at even greater risk. Without the right cooling, a heatwave can quickly turn a routine consultation into a medical emergency.  

Post-op recovery depends on temperature: 

Surgical recovery requires stability – and that includes temperature. Animals under anaesthetic or in post-op kennels can’t move to cooler areas, which makes them completely dependent on their environment.  

Equipment and medications react to heat: 

Vaccines, anaesthetic gases, and certain diagnostics must be kept within strict temperature ranges. Excess heat can degrade potency or trigger malfunctions, which leads to wasted stock or interrupted treatment.  

Why Veterinary Clinics are Choosing Emergency AC  

Speed matters: 

Our air conditioner rental service ensures equipment is delivered within four hours – so cooling relief arrives when it’s needed most.  

No disruption: 

Our portable systems are quiet, compact, and easy to install, even in sensitive treatment areas.  

Scalable: 

From a single room to a multi-zone practice, temporary cooling can scale up during heatwaves, emergencies, or refurbishments. 

Versatile: 

Position units in waiting areas, operating rooms, kennels, or pharmaceutical storage whenever reliable cooling is needed.  

Why Andrews Air Conditioning is the Trusted Name in Animal Care Cooling  

Veterinary professionals across the UK rely on the team here at Andrews Air Conditioning because we deliver more than just equipment – we deliver peace of mind. With a 24/7 emergency response service, we’re ready whenever urgent support is needed, day or night.  

Our tailored climate control plans are built specifically for veterinary and clinical environments. This ensures every solution meets the strict hygiene, safety, and animal welfare standards your practice demands. 

With energy-efficient air conditioning hire units that are designed for low noise output and discreet operation, our equipment is perfect for sensitive treatment areas and recovery zones. And in a sector where time is critical, our engineers will handle every installation with speed, care, and clinical awareness.  

You’re One Call Away from a Cooler, Safer Clinic  

At Andrews Air Conditioning, we know your patients are expecting nothing less than a stable, comfortable environment. Whether you’re running a busy surgery or a quiet animal hospital, our air conditioning hire solutions are designed to protect animal health – and your ability to provide care – when it matters most.  

Give us a call today on 0800 211 611 or get in touch online to keep your clinic cooler and safer this summer.