DO'S and DONT'S FOR YOUR PETS IN THE HEAT!

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Are you considering having your pets celebrate Independence Day with you? You may want to reconsider. The scorching summer heat and 4th of July celebrations can take a toll on your pets and can sometimes even result in death.

Fireworks are another classic 4^th of July celebration that can leave your pets terrified and causing them to panic. Fireworks also cause pets to bite others and even run away. Many animal shelters across the nation have reported that this is one of the busiest times of year for them! During fireworks, remember it is best to keep pets indoors!

Here are some important DO’s and DON’T’s for your pets regarding the hot summer weather:

DO:

• Provide good ventilation, plenty of shade and fresh, cool water
• Walk your dog only in the early morning or evening
• Fill a shallow swimming pool with cool water and place in a shady spot
• Give your pet a summer haircut
• Watch out for sunburn! Consult with your primary care veterinarian about which sun block to use on your pet and where to apply it - particularly in white-haired dogs and cats, and those with a sparse hair coat
• Keep your pet at a lean body weight

DON’T:

• Restrict your pet to a poorly ventilated area such as a car, garage, kennel, or home with poor ventilation
• Walk your pet on hot asphalt/cement as their paws can get burnt
• Exercise your pet in the heat

Do you have any additional tips for pets during the warm summer weather or July 4^th celebrations? Let us know on our Facebook page linked HERE! 

How To Keep Your Pets Safe on July 4th!

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The veterinary and toxicology experts at the Pet Poison Hotline are offering pet owners tips for a safe 4^th of July!

You may have noticed on July 4^th, whenever fireworks go off, pets can become extremely fearful. Fireworks are the biggest issue for pets!  The extremely loud noises they make create fear for pets. It is best to keep your pets as far away from the activity as possible.

If your pet has an extreme phobia to loud noises, veterinarians can prescribe anti-anxiety drugs or sedatives for the more severe cases. Also, be sure to let other homeowners around you if you plan on setting off fireworks so they can plan to reduce the stress and anxiety it may cause their pets. Unused fireworks are very dangerous as well. Fireworks contain hazardous chemicals which if consumed by pets it could be harmful to red blood cells, kidneys, potassium levels and can cause heavy metal poisoning!

How do you keep your pets safe and happy on July 4^th? Let us know on our Facebook page linked HERE!