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It’s Springtime for your dog too!!!

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We have waited soooo long for the sunshine and warmth to return to those areas that bear the burden of true winter weather. From December until March, we cringe with the thought and reality of snow and ice. When the snow melts and the trees begin to bud, all living things including ourselves and our dogs come out of semi-hibernation and begin to “bloom”. Believe it or not, your dog is as excited as you are that the spring weather has arrived.

However, there are several things to remember in keeping your dogs safe during this time of year. Dog toys and other items that may have been buried with the winter snows will now emerge from hiding. Before allowing your dog the toys, inspect them for damage as there may now be loose pieces due to the weather’s impact over the previous months. If you have any doubt about the safety of the toy, toss it. It’s not worth your dog becoming injured to save the toy.

Mother Nature is at her best now. Flowers are blooming, trees are budding and the grass begins to go. Many of us are truly excited to get into our home gardening and landscaping. Please keep in mind the chemicals, pesticides and fertilizers can have severe poisonous effects on dogs. Make sure you read the labels carefully, keep your dog away from any treated areas and if at all possible, limit or elimiate your use of these toxins. Better to have your dog in good health than a perfectly coifed lawn.

Always remember that this is the season for parasites who would love nothing more than to invade your dog and make their life and health miserable. If you haven’t begun heartworm treatment, speak to your vet as soon as possible. In this discussion, bring up the topic of flea prevention and always check your dog for ticks, because dogs are able to become victims of lyme disease and could suffer terribly as a result.

So enjoy your dog and enjoy the Spring. It is a short but very sweet season indeed.

Did you know that a dog can help those who suffer from headaches. Read about it from the words of fellow blogger, Rena Sherwood.


Posted in General on April 18th, 2008

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2 Responses to “It’s Springtime for your dog too!!!”

  1. Rena Says:
    April 22nd, 2008 at 2:11 pm

    Thanks for the mention and for the doggy saftey tips :-)

  2. Springtime Flea Prevention Says:
    April 15th, 2009 at 7:54 am

    [...] it’s springtime for your dog too!!! [...]

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