Summer Tips!
During the hot summer months there are things that you as a pet owner should be aware of...
~ Make sure that you properly clean your pets ears after swimming. *to learn how, go to our pet library! ~ If you are going to be on the water and are unsure of your pet's swimming capabilities put a life vest on him/her. ~ Sun block can be used on light colored pets, or pets with thin coats. Use baby sunblock spf 30 or greater. ~ Heat Stroke - Watch for: *rapid panting *bright red tongue *dark red gums or pale gums *salivating (thick) *weakness *anxiety *dizziness *muscle tremors *lethargy *vomiting (possibly with blood) *diarrhea (possibly with blood) *bleeding from nose *coma -How to avoid: *never leave pet in parked car *provide plenty of shade when outside *provide fresh cool water *avoid strenuous activity in high temperatures -Treatment may include: *placing pet in cool wet towels *puttting rubbing alcohol on paws, to aid in evaporation *cooling the environment by turning fans, A/C on *administration of appropriate medications or oxygen if necessary ~Water intake *if your pet drinks too much water too quickly they may vomit ~Chemical lawn fertilizers *be aware of the lawns that your pet may be walking on or eating the grass from ~Insect Repellent *1 cap of Skin So Soft in 1 pint of water in spray bottle is a safe insect repellant for dogs.
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