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| IVL Products Health Watch - Protect Your Pet From Summer Hazards |
| The Official IVL Products Health Blog |
Dear Reader,
Our pets love summer fun as much as we do.
However, hot weather can create serious health hazards for our beloved
pets. With a little planning and information, you can make this a fun,
safe season for your four-legged friends. Bear in mind that dogs are
not good at keeping themselves cool and they want to go everywhere you
do, even if it's too hot. It is up to you to use good judgment to
protect your pet.
Jogging is particularly dangerous in hot weather even if your dog is in
good health. As the weather warms, humans alter the type and amount of
clothing worn and we sweat. Dogs are still jogging in their winter coat
and can only cool themselves by panting. Many dogs will keep running,
no matter what, to stay up with their owner.
Plan exercise and outdoor activities for the morning and evening. Even
in the cooler part of the day, watch for signs of trouble. In summer
heat your pet can suffer from heat exhaustion and heat stroke. These
conditions are very serious and could cause your pet to die. You should
be aware of the signs of heat stress, which could include heavy
panting, glazed eyes, a rapid pulse, unsteadiness, a staggering gait,
vomiting, or a deep red or purple tongue. Bear in mind that older,
obese and short-nosed dogs are less heat-tolerant and all dogs need
constant access to shade and plenty of cool clean water.
If your pet does become overheated, you need to immediately lower his
body temperature. Move your pet into the shade and apply cool (not
cold) water over his body to gradually lower his core body temperature.
Apply cold towels or ice packs to your pet's head, neck, and chest
only. Let your pet drink small amounts of water or lick ice cubes.
Never leave your pet in a car in hot weather, even if it is only for a
"quick errand." Cars heat up fast, even when the windows are cracked.
Pets can get sunburned too, and your pet may require sunscreen on his
or her nose and ear tips. Pets with light-colored noses or
light-colored fur on their ears are particularly vulnerable to sunburn
and skin cancer.
Ticks are another summer hazard for pets. Do not remove them with your
hands. Remove them with tweezers or a tick remover and apply strong
steady pressure. Dispose of the tick without touching it and keep an
eye on the spot for a few days to make sure no infection develops.
Heartworms can be transmitted by mosquitoes. Once in a new host, the
heartworm larvae make their way to the heart, where they can grow to be
nine to 14 inches long, blocking the flow of blood and causing severe
damage and possibly death. By the time the symptoms are noticed, a
great deal of damage has usually been done, not only to the heart but
also to other organs such as the kidneys, which rely on a steady flow
of blood to operate. Talk to your holistic practitioner about natural
ways to prevent heartworms.
Because of their keen sense of hearing, many dogs are absolutely
terrified by fireworks. If your holiday plans include fireworks, be
considerate of your dog's needs. Make sure pets are secure when the
noise begins, because scared pets are more likely to escape the house
or yard. Many pet lovers believe the homeopathic product called Rescue
Remedy helps to calm a nervous pet. This remedy is available at health
food stores.
The lazy hazy days of summer are so much more fun when we share them
with our pets. Here's to a happy, safe season for you and your
four-legged friends!
Yours in good health,
Sheila McCormick
Editor, IVL Health Watch
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