Spring Hazards for Cats and Dogs

• Danger number 1. Thirst for romance

This paragraph is dedicated to the owners of cats: they know everything about the “March” songs.

If your pet is not neutered, be prepared for XNUMX/XNUMX operas. The main danger lies in open doors and windows. Even if your cat is the most obedient, he can succumb to instincts and sneak out of the apartment at any moment. Unfortunately, there are many such stories and they often end sadly.

What to do?

Be careful that the pet does not run out of the house when you close or open the doors. Be sure to put reliable protection on the windows. The pet should not have a single chance to escape from the window or from the balcony.

• Danger number 2. Ticks and fleas

If fleas are active all year round, then ticks wake up from hibernation in March. Believe me, after the winter hunger strike, they will not miss the chance to “eat up”. To meet them, it is not necessary to go to the forest. Ticks live in the grass and your cat or dog can pick up the parasite on a normal walk.

What to do?

Treat your pet with an antiparasitic agent. Strictly according to the instructions.

• Danger number 3. Allergy

There are many allergies not only among us, but also among our pets!

Spring is a contrasting time. Now the snow melts, then frosts hit again, and now the first flowers are blooming!

Pets react to change in different ways. Some are extremely positive, while others have an allergic reaction to reagents, dust or flowering plants.

What to do?

If you notice signs of an allergy in your pet, contact your veterinarian. He will diagnose and prescribe treatment.

• Danger number 4. Poisoning and cuts

Unpleasant surprises can lurk under the snow: glass, garbage, various waste. A pet can step on something sharp or eat something (in the worst case, dog hunter bait or a poisoned mouse), and this is very dangerous.

What to do?

Keep a close eye on your pet. If possible, clear the walking area of ​​debris. Do not allow your dog or cat to pick up food, garbage, etc. from the ground. At the slightest suspicion of poisoning, contact your veterinarian immediately.

• Danger number 5. Heatstroke

Hurray, we finally waited for the sun and we can walk at least the whole day! Fresh air is great, but don’t forget about safety rules. If you are not used to sunbathing, you can overdo it and get a heat stroke.

What to do?

Monitor your pet’s condition. Do not stay in direct sunlight for a long time. Do not chase the dog if you see that he is hot or tired.

If you notice signs of heat stroke (heavy breathing, lethargy, redness of mucous membranes, etc.), take your pet to a cool place and give him water. Contact your veterinarian.

We hope our recommendations will help you protect your pets from dangers. Sunny, positive and safe spring!