Monsoon care for pets is important
It is important to maintain good health care for pets too. Since they cannot express much, it is necessary to take them to an expert who would help you in identifying the real problem which is causing them discomfort.
Monsoon is a critical time of the year when our pooches need utmost care with regards to their skin health and stomach health.
This is the season they are vulnerable to worms, stomach upset, ticks, fleas, tick fever and hence precautions are a must.
“Raincoats while on their walks are a must ensuring they do not venture out in bushes or wet grass etc. Paws must be cleaned after they are back from walks by using a disinfectant and keep them dry. As far as diet is concerned it is important that our pooches go light on tummy food. There are many balanced diet Pet food available so in consultation with the vet that can be given and home food with lots of veggies rice chicken is a good food as warm food as per measurements depending on the weight of the pet,” shares Sonu Vashi, Marvel Isola.
Dr Anjali Dave, a veterinary doctor, NIBM road informs, “In the monsoon, the combination of humidity and rain can lead to a lot of bacterial and fungal skin infections to flare up. Wounds take longer to dry up. Also there are a lot of ticks and fleas so there is a surge in tick fevers which are often life threatening when left untreated. Also the respiratory problems can go up with the wet and cold climate. Owners should ensure the vaccinations of their pets are up to date and tick and flea prevention medicines are given. If the pets get wet in the rain, make sure they are dried thoroughly and dusted with an anti fungal powder especially in between the paws.”
Nitin Awade, a resident of Sunshree Kangan shares, “Always carry a plastic take away bowls for water. Give them anti tick and flea treatment. It is necessary to take them to a doctor if you sense any discomfort in their regular routine. Vaccinations are a must time to time. Keeping them dry during the season is equally important so that they don’t fall sick.”
