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Please be aware of the following hazards
for your pet:
Fall Winter
- Be sure to provide proper shelter for your pets.
If yours is an indoor pet, his bed or crate should
be kept in a warm, draft-free area, preferably
elevated slightly off the floor. If your pet is kept
outdoors, provide a warm insulated pet house or
shelter. The house should be elevated enough so that
moisture cannot accumulate inside. If possible,
provide a "door" (perhaps of canvas) to keep out the
winter winds.
- Never let your dog off the leash on snow or ice,
especially during a snowstorm—dogs can lose their
scent and easily become lost. More dogs are lost
during the winter than during any other season, so
make sure yours always wears ID tags or consider
having your pet microchipped.
- Provide your pet with more food so added calories
will produce body heat to keep the animal warm and
always have fresh, clean water available for your
pet. If your pet is kept outdoors, be sure to check
his water frequently since it may freeze
Spring/Summer:
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Maggots
Your outside pet is especially
vulnerable. Flies lay eggs in moist area or
wounds and maggots are the result. They can be
deadly. Keep your pet cool, dry and check
regularly for sores.
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Summer Heat
Do not exercise your pet during hot
and humid times, and never leave your pet in a
car. Provide cool shelter and plenty of fresh
water.
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Fireworks/thunder
Many pets are extremely
fearful of loud noises associated with fireworks
and thunder. Keep pets inside during storms and
fireworks displays and leave a radio or tv on to
provide distraction. Never leave a fearful pet
outdoors unattended or take to a fireworks
display as these pets experience extreme stress
and can injure themselves or run away. Contact
us if you feel your pet needs a mild sedative.
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Choking hazard
Do not leave your dog tied or
outside with a choke collar as they can choke to
death if caught on something or tangled. The
ring can even get caught in a deck and the dog
will choke trying to free itself.
- Pools/Lakes
Never leave your pet unattended when they
are swimming and always make sure they have an
easy way out or the pool is enclosed and
inaccessible.
- Windows
Whether you live in a private home or an
apartment, you'll be tempted to open windows to
let in the fresh air. Be sure to keep screens or
protective bars on your windows to prevent your
pets from escapes or falls. And bird owners
should make sure their feathered friends are
protected from drafts.
- Lawn Care
Lawn chemicals can be very toxic if
ingested. Try to keep your pet off new
fertilized lawns for 24 hours. Always save to
original bag for later reference if ingestion
occurs. If your pet does ingest these chemicals,
contact your veterinarian immediately.
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