Pet
Tips
Summer
days means fun in the sun and "hot" weather!
This time of year can be dangerous to our
four-legged friends. Pets can easily become
victims of overheating, dehydration, sunburn
and even parasites. Here are a few tips to
keep your pets healthy and happy during the
summer months.
Water! Water!
Water!
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Always have a supply of
cool, fresh water available for your
pet.
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Add a few ice cubes to a
dish of water for a cool refreshing
treat.
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When on the go, keep a
water bottle filled with cold, fresh
water for your pet.
Summer
Exercise
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Always wait at least
30 minutes after meals before taking a
pet for its walk
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Walk your dog in the
grass and keep pavement walks brief!
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Paws can quickly burn on
hot asphalt. Consider paw protectors
such as shoes or booties.
Heat
Stroke
During extremely hot days, your pet would
prefer shade to sunshine. Excessive panting,
raspy breath and discolored gums are signs
of heatstroke. In the event of heatstroke:
Auto Concerns
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NEVER EVER leave your
animal in a vehicle!
Even with the windows open, the
temperature in a parked vehicle in the
Texas summer heat can climb to more than
100 degrees in a matter of minutes.
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Coolant/antifreeze leaks
are very sweet tasting and attractive to
animals. Drinking these items can be
fatal. Use animal friendly propylene
glycol coolant rather than ethylene
glycol in your vehicles.
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Never let your pet drink
out of strange puddles!
Family Vacations
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When traveling or
vacationing with your pet please plan
your route ahead of time and locate
animal-friendly hotels or campgrounds.
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Allow plenty of travel
time to include potty stops and exercise
for your pet.
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Double check collars and
leashes to avoid losing your pet due to
a worn collar or leash
Fleas, Ticks 'n Heartworms
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Visit your veterinarian
in the spring, before the onset of
summer bugs.
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Implement an effective
flea and tick control program. This is a
must!
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Early heartworm detection
along with preventative medication will
help you avoid "heartache".
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