Thankfully, those of us who live in snow-prone areas are seeing the sun again! Thank the Lord! Here are some Spring Pet Tips to start you off in this lovely season: Make sure your pets are protected with flea, tick and heartworm treatments & are up-to-date on vaccinations. Keep a file with your pet’s medical information and keep track of necessary follow-up shots and appointments. Just like us, our pets have allergies too! If you notice obvious signs of allergies like swollen eyes, frequent scratching, fur/skin conditions or sneezing, you may want to take your pet to the vet to explore those allergy symptoms.
The outdoors is not the only thing pets get a fever for in the Spring, Springtime is mating season! Make sure your pet is spayed or neutered so that they do not contribute to the overwhelming pet overpopulation problem we have in this country. Springtime means spring showers and sprinklers, which can leave puddles of standing water. Try not to let your dog drink out of puddles, as standing water can be filled with bacteria leading to gastrointestinal upset or ailments. Is your dog eating grass? Unless it’s been treated with fertilizer or pesticide, don’t worry. It could mean he has a bellyache, or it could just be his natural instinct to aid his digestion. Adopted from www.thoughtsfurpaws.com
