Pets Around The Pool

We all know that not all dogs are good swimmers. That is why it is always safe not to leave our pets or dogs unsupervised around a pool. When you are on boats with your pets or dogs, make sure that your dogs wear flotation devices. You should have introduced your pets also to water gradually.

When your dogs have finished swimming in the pool, make sure to rinse them properly to remove chlorine or salt from his fur. Furthermore, keep your dogs from drinking pool water because contains chlorine and other chemicals can cause stomach upset.

No Pets In a Parked Vehicle

Sunny days of summer really make us all love to spend long summer outdoor activities with our furry companions. However, we should take note some precautions. One precaution we should remember is to never let our pets alone in parked vehicle. Remember that a parked car can become a furnace in no time, which could lead to fatal heart stroke. Indeed, in several states, leaving pets unattended in cars in extreme weather is illegal.

Overheating In Pets

If your pets experienced overheating, excessive panting or difficulty breathing, there is a great possibility that your pets will have an increased heart and respiratory rate, drooling, mild weakness, stupor or even collapse. Aside from that, your pets may also experience seizures, bloody diarrhea and vomit. These will usually happen if your pets have an elevated body temperature of over 104 degrees.

Therefore, pet owners must know the symptoms of overheating. As they say, always know the warning signs!

Puppy Mouthing

We all know that puppies do love playing, chewing and investigating things and all of these activities involve using their mouths as well as their sharp teeth. Indeed, we often see puppies bite, chew and mouth on people’s hands and clothing.

For me it is indispensable that our puppies should learn to curb his mouth behavior. Thus, pet owners must train their puppies to stop mouthing and biting altogether.

Pet’s Teeth

If your pet has morning breath or all day long, it means that your pet needs a dental care. We all know that plaque, which is particles of food, saliva and bacteria, can build up on teeth and gums that can cause infection. And this could result to tooth decay, which can move into the bloodstream and affect the pet’s heart, lungs, liver, kidneys, bones and joints.

To avoid such problems, consult your veterinarian and ask how you can prevent gum disease of your pet.