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Hazards For Pets In Summer

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Her time of year again, summer is back, and it is time for barbecues, fireworks, day at the lake and pool, and trips to the beach. While these activities are great, there are certain precautions must be taken to ensure that our pets also enjoy the season. Bites heat stroke, insects and snakes, storms and phobias fireworks are just some of the dangers animals can cope with this time of year.

"Heatstroke" is the term commonly used when the animal's body temperature rises to a critical point. This usually occurs when an animal is in a hot car without ventilation. You can also occur if the animal is left in the yard without shade or water, exposed to a hot hairdryer for long periods of time, or excessive exercise in hot weather. All these situations are avoided with a little effort and never common sense. Leave a pet unattended in a motor vehicle! The temperature can reach potentially deadly levels within minutes.

As the days grow longer and spend more time outdoors, our pets are more likely to be bitten or stung by insects and crossing paths with a poisonous snake. Always be aware of where your dog or cat, and many enjoy exploring areas where danger lurks. Their normal, inquisitive nature can often put them at risk. Bees and wasps are most active at this time of year and often build nests close to our homes. Snakes are most active during the warmer months, and if the hook or threatened, will usually strike. This occurs most frequently in a brush or a closed area where the Rover sticks his nose or paw a little too close.

Such as the summer heat and rising humidity, which often receive half of thunderstorms in the afternoon? While the rain is good, many animals have a deep fear of lightning and thunder. Fireworks may have the same effect. This anxiety can cause dogs severe shaking, pacing, excessive vocalization, inappropriate urination and defecation, and sometimes destroy things. Since the storms cannot be prevented, the key is to observe these behaviors and develop a plan to prevent worsening over time. In most cases this will be the techniques of desensitization, conditioning and cons, and drug use.