Spring is in the air!
And so are some pretty dangerous things too!
So here are some tips for your family, so they can keep you safe and comfortable this Spring:
- Check before planting: As pretty and fragrant as they are, many flowers and plants can be poisonous. Lilies, Daffodils and Hyacinths are just a few.
- Be mindful of mulch: Commercial mulch sometimes contains cocoa been shells, which some dogs just can't resist! The chemicals and caffeine that are in cocoa can be very dangerous if eaten.
- Read Labels: Fertilizers and pesticides may help flowers bloom, but they can be deadly to pets! Always check the packing labels to be sure that anything you apply to your plants, is safe for your pets. Digging or rolling in freshly treated areas can be dangerous too.
- It's Allergy Season!: Your sinuses may tell you when Spring has arrived, but dogs and cats can suffer from seasonal allergies too! Itchy and red skin, ear infections, hair loss, excessive sneezing and even a runny nose are signs your pet may be allergic.
Springtime is a great time of the year to spend some extra time outside, but being extra careful is really important too.
Please see the link below for a list of poisonous plants:
http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants
Have fun and be safe,
Speck
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