5 Springtime Health Precautions for Your Pets

Spring is a marker of new life and hope. It brings with it the landscape full of flowers and sunshine filling the hearts with joy and happiness. And your furry pals are no exceptions to welcome the season. But, with that gamut of happiness, spring has with it some hidden treasures that can be lurking the health concerns of your furry pal. Let’s have a look at some precautions that you should take to protect your pet from diseases during the spring season.

·        Weekend Warrior Syndrome

Your pets won’t have their best physical flexibility after several months of inactivity.

After several months inside, your dog may have gained weight, lost muscle tone and be a little stiff in the joints. You can gradually increase their level of activity but for starters, you should begin with his favorite outdoor activity like a gentle game of fetch or short runs or hikes.

Spring Pet Food Feast

Spring is full of colorful plants and flowers. And during this season your pet tends to eat more junk. They eat flowers, new grass and anything they find attractive. So, keep a tight watch on your pet during the spring season.

·        Toxic Lawn Treatments

With spring setting in, people tend to start working on lawns in order to make their garden bloom with wonderful colors. Adding on those fertilizers, pesticides or weedicides may be good for your plants, however, they are toxic to your pets. After treating your lawn, ensure to keep your pets away from the lawn at least for two days. Try not to use unsafe garden products on your lawn.

·        Ticks

Spring season barges in with fleas and ticks. Keep your pet protected with fleas and ticks especially if it is a flea and tick region. This helps in controlling skin issues along with other flea and tick-related disease. Check for the best flea and tick treatment for your pet and start prevention in order to protect your furry pal from unwanted infestations.

·        Histamine Overload

Dogs and cats can also experience allergies like we humans do. You can see symptoms of allergies like sneezing, licking, chewing and excessive scratching that can occur due to dust, mold or pollen that are considered to be the most common triggers of allergies in pets. You should find appropriate treatment for your pet by consulting your vet if you suspect that he is having an allergic reaction.

Springtime is an enjoyable time of year for many of us. If you suspect your pet has been exposed to any health hazard, do not wait. Immediately contact a veterinarian for professional medical attention. Prevention is always the best medicine. Whenever possible, take proactive steps to help prevent health issues for your pet. Putting your pet on flea and tick treatments and heartworm preventives can help protect your furry pal from some of the most common health hazard of springtime.