With warm weather arriving, we will all be enjoying outdoor activities with our canine companions.
Keep your pet safe from serious diseases like rabies, distemper and parvo, by always making sure your pet's vaccinations are up to date.Talk to your veterinarian about flea and tick prevention. Obviously, fleas and ticks pose a greater threat in the summer months, and they can harber serious illnesses such as lyme's disease and parasites.Heartworm prevention is a must for your dog, in the summer months, especially. Heartworms are carried by mosquitoes, so you should be extra careful if you are in an area prone to mosquito infestation.Most insecticides are hazardous. Keep your pet safe by storing them up and away from the area that your pet will be staying. Not unlike humans, dogs can also have allergic reactions to insect bites and stings. If your dog is bitten or stung, remove the stinger first. If signs of allergic reaction, such as increased swelling or trouble breathing occur, take hime to the vet immediately.Keep your pet safe from heat exhaustion by giving him plenty of fresh drinking water, and a cool shady place to rest during the hot hours of the day.
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