Summertime Pet Emergencies to be Aware Of

The festivities surrounding the summer holidays could turn out to be fatal or dangerous if simple strategies regarding safety are not adhered to. Kids and pets alike are susceptible to self-inflicted injuries or injuries from their peers especially when they are not kept under watch. Just as you are always excited about your summertime holiday, your pets are just as eager to celebrate the event as you are. As you develop plans to spend time off your busy schedule, you need to develop strategies to ensure that your pet is just as safe as your family. In this piece, we are going to introduce you to some tips to help you keep your pets safe this summer and how to handle any emergencies emerging. 

Common Pet Emergencies to Avoid

Here are some of the most common emergencies that you could expect from pets this coming summer and how to develop strategies to navigate around them. 

1. Heatstroke

In the time of summer, the temperature often rises above normal levels and reaches a critical level which could lead to heatstroke which could be fatal to your pet. High-temperature levels make pets unable to regulate their internal temperature leading to the attack. To avoid this situation, we recommend not to leave your pet out in the hot sun, or in small, and confined places such as cars. In addition, we recommend keeping an eye on your pet for signs of overheating. 

2. Outdoor or Garden Pet Poisons

Summertime comes with new flowers and blossoming plants that may be poisonous to your pets. Pets playing in the new flower garden could ingest these poisonous plants and suffer possible death or serious health issues. To avoid the possible poisoning of pets, we recommend keeping pets in the garden. You can also uproot plants that are known to be poisonous to avoid this. 

3. Summer Barbeque Burns 

Outdoor activities in the summertime could involve barbeque and outdoor cooking. Some pets may run on the wrong side of the event leading to burns or ingestion of harmful substances. To avoid this, ensure that you keep the cooking activities away from the pets. 

4. Drowning

Pets are prone to drowning especially if you decide to visit the beach or have a cool time by the lakeside. Some pets may not be able to swim and it is not good to assume they all know how to swim. Keep your pets away from the water to avoid such accidents. 

Conclusion

Enjoying time in the coming summertime safely is just as crucial for you as it is for your pet. To avoid unnecessary accidents, the above tips we have provided above will offer a guide on your next holiday. 

References: erVets, VetEmergencyGroup, FirstVet