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Summer Pet Protection
The onset of summer brings sunny days, warm temperatures and a
plethora of outdoor activities for people and their pets. Here are some
handy "animal health care" tips to follow to help you and your four-
legged friends enjoy the sunny season.

  • In preparation for summer fun, take your pet to a veterinarian for a
    check-up. Ensure your pet is on an appropriate preventative health
    care program including vaccinations, flea and tick control and
    where needed, heartworm prevention.

  • Despite their protective fur coats, overexposure to the sun can be
    dangerous to pets. Exposure to sunlight should be limited,
    especially during the peak hours of sunlight from noon to 4 p.m .
    Cats and dogs should have access to water and shade at all times.
    Sunscreen can be applied to hairless breeds or breeds with thin
    coats.

  • During the warm summer months, pets shold not be left unattended
    in a parked car, even if windows are left open. Excess heat can
    cause cats and dogs to experience heat stroke which can be fatal.
    Rapid breathing, loud panting, and staggering are signs of heat
    stroke. If your pet exhibits any of these symptoms, take it to a
    shady, ventilated area and sponge the animal with cool water. Take
    your pet to a veterinarian for further care that may be required.

  • When driving with pets, make sure that your vehicle’s windows are
    only slightly open so that your pet is not tempted to stick its head
    out. A pet who sticks its head out the window risks getting insects,
    dust and debris in its eyes.

  • Cats and dogs aren’t the only animals that enjoy nice weather.
    Summertime also brings an increase in snakes, skunks, and
    porcupines. When walking your dog or cat, especially on
    campgrounds or in cottage-country, make sure your pet is on a
    leash and in sight at all times.

  • To avoid contact with harmful poisons, don’t walk your pet in areas
    which may have been sprayed with insecticides or pesticides.

  • Although most dogs love swimming, the potential for drowning still
    exists- even in backyard pools. Keep a watchful eye on your pet at
    all times.

  • Ear and skin infections can result after prolonged periods in the
    water. To remove water from your pet’s ears, place a piece of
    cotton in the top of the ear canal and massage the lower ear to
    force water into the cotton.

* Most importantly, in case of emergency, keep your veterinarian’s phone
number handy.
Summer Health Tips
  • Don't leave your dog in the car, as temperatures can rise
    dramatically. Here's a flyer, from the SPCA of British Columbia,
    that lists the dangers of heatstroke and emergency treatment.
  • Best time for exercise is when it's cool--early morning or evening
  • Don't let your dogs stand a long time on hot asphalt--their pads
    can easily burn
  • Make sure your dogs have plenty of shade and cool, clean water
  • Avoid areas where you suspect insecticide has recently been
    applied