A ticking time bomb
I was amazed just yesterday, our elderly lab Poppy had been down the fields and as usual she we in and out of the trees and long grass just as she always does. So here’s thing, my daughters dog Albie came to visit in the afternoon, zoomies over, as he is just one year old, he could not stop nibbling Poppy’s neck and in exactly the same place time after time. We pulled him away a least a dozen times as I just thought he was being annoying. I could not understand why he was going back time after time, so I felt around the area where Albie had been fussing about and sure as anything there was a small lump. I parted the fur and there to my surprise was a little black and bloodied what we think was left of a tick. I am pretty sure that Albie had nibble it and although not completely out there was a small hole where it had lodged on Poppy’s neck, thank you Albie you’re a good dog. We will be booking our dogs into the vets for their prevention control.
1. Flea and Tick treatment: In warmer weather fleas and ticks become more active and prevalent and our dogs are in more danger. Check with your vet whether for furry friend needs their pet pest prevention updating or check out PetMD or even look at pet treatment at Amazon
2. Nature walks: Now is a great time to get out and about with your dog, not too hot and not too cold for either animal or human, there are some great walks all over the country and our next blog will concentrate on a few we go in Yorkshire and Cumbria. Check out our blog on walks in Yorkshire
3. Allergy watch: Our dogs are really good at telling us when they have a problem, we just need to recognise the signs, excessive licking of their paws, scratching and sneezing are just a few, if they continue you should consult with your vet.
4. Normal out and about: As the weather get warmer be aware of the air temperature and strength of the Sun. You may want to consider early morning and later evening walks where temperature can kinder and although we don’t need to worry too much about hot pavements here in the uk, believe me, my son lives in California and with his CockerPoo and this is a normal routine for him, they do not take Ivy out after the temperature and Sun get too hot as the pavements become dangerous for her. Check out the RSPCA on how to keep your dogs cool
5. Lastly: Maintenance of your pets equipment: Now is great time to clean your dog accessories and renew where you need to after a long winter. Wash beds check for wear and tear on your collars and leads.
Well that's me done for this week, don’t forget to check out next week’s blog or even check out more of our blogs.
Until then have fun and enjoy your dog. Oh and don't forget to check out our 100% waterproof blankets
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