Common Pet Problems During the Spring Season Dr. Jon 9:02 AM [Keep this message at the top of your inbox] Newsletters To: cproudfoot9171@live [email protected] This message contains graphics. If you do not see the graphics, click here to view. One-Click Unsubscribe Dog Crazy Newsletter March 29, 2014 TODAYS FEATURE Common Pet Problems During the Spring Season Hi Carol, This is one really common problem that vets see every single spring…and its already started. You want to take your dog out on a car ride but you cant find their harness or dont want to deal with a crate, and you know that they love to stick their head out the window to enjoy the breeze. You have an idea that it might not be the best idea, but they just love it so much and just a little cant hurt them...right? Every spring and summer, vets see countless injuries caused by dogs riding with their heads out car windows. What seems cute at a stoplight can be very dangerous as your car picks up speed. Here are just a few of the things that can happen to your dog when theyre allowed to ride with their head out the window. 1. Jumping or running away - It doesnt take much (an interesting smell, a scary noise, or the sight of another dog) for dogs to make a run for it. If they get loose into traffic they can be hit or even cause an accident. 2. Abrasions and soft tissue injuries - Anything from major to minor injuries can occur should your dog hit the pavement or get hit by flying debris. Eye injuries are particularly common. 3. Dogs can get lost. If your dog leaps out while you are driving, it can take merely seconds for them to become lost. By the time you are able to stop the car and turn around they could be long gone. This is why its so important to make sure they have at least one form of identification with your current address. So....if you drive with your dog in the car, please make sure they are properly secured. A good seatbelt harness can save their life. For more tips on safe driving with your dog, go to: The Dangers of Driving with Dogs. Until next time, Dr. Jon P.S. Can dogs get “car sick”? You bet they can. Learn about Motion Sickness in Dogs Dog Tips TODAYS PET TIP Make Your Next Vet Appointment a Success When you go to your veterinarian for your dogs next visit, make sure you get the most out of the visit. Ask lots of questions and be prepared. Here are some tips: Learn more © Copyright 1999-2014 Intelligent Content Corp., All Rights Reserved Intelligent Content | 602 McNab Rd. | Pompano Beach | FL | 33060 This email was sent to: cproudfoot9171@live This email was sent by: Intelligent Content 602 McNab Rd. Pompano Beach, Fl 33060
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