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Summer is a great time for you and your pup to spend time together in the sun. However, without caution, some summer activities can be toxic to your dog. It is important to be educated and aware of these poisons, so that you and your pooch can have a safe and fun summer together.
Here are the common summer situations that can be poisonous to your pet:
Flea and Tick Medication
Summer is one of the peak times for flea and tick populations. Make sure that your pet is on a safe preventative. Additionally, make sure that the preventative is applied correctly so it is not irritating to your pet. Having your pet on flea and tick medication will help to ensure that they can have a safe summer.
Insect Bites
Mosquitos are just as irritating to dogs as they are to us! Consider having your pet on a preventative that also helps to repel mosquitos. In some circumstances, you may want to consider using a safe insect spray, but always consult your veterinarian first.
Pool Chemicals
Most pool treatments are safe once they have been properly diluted, however if ingested straight from the bucket or tablet form, they could be fatal to your pet. These products are highly corrosive, as they are derived from bleach. If ingested, results could be severe ulcers in the mouth, throat, stomach, and intestinal tract that could be life threatening.
Salt Water
It can be great for your dog to play on the beach, but make sure that you have plenty of fresh water readily available. If your pet ingests too much salt water, they could be at risk of salt poisoning, or hypernatremia. Symptoms of salt poisoning include: vomitting, diarrhea, lack of coordination and seizures. In case of emergency, your dog will need to be treated with IV fluids by your veterinarian.
Sunscreen
If your pet is guilty of chewing up your things, make sure that you keep the sunscreen far out of reach. In large quantities, ingesting sunscreen can be toxic to your pet. Sunscreen contains harmful chemicals which may cause gastroenteritis, liver damage, vomitting, nausea, diarrhea, or gastric ulcers. It is rare that a dog will be able to ingest enough sun screen to have these side affects, however you should exercise caution. It will be okay to use sunscreen on your dog, but use a child-safe sunscreen and consult your veterinarian.
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