Monsoons are always such a magical time.
The dripping, lush green and the comforting blanket of dark clouds somehow
makes the world look so much better than usual. Of course the perceptions about
rains would differ as they most certainly would, if you ask your dog!
Dogs are not very fond of water, and the
constant rainfall added to the seemingly unfriendly thunder and rumbling clouds
can cause our adorable pooches to feel scared and anxious. The intensity of
fear among dogs will vary, with some dogs shaking during such times to others
getting very aggressive. So it is important to keep them inside the house at
all times and also close to family members for as much as possible. What better
picture than quality family-time inside the comfort of the home with hot tea
and snacks and the adorable pooch in the middle of it all!
Keeping your pet indoor is also a good idea
because of the possibility of his/her catching an infection in the rains. In
this weather, it is very common for dogs to catch infections on their paws and
the high humidity makes your pooch’s fur even more appealing for ticks to
settle into. Experts strongly recommend following a frequent
anti-ticks and flea treatment all through the rainy season (check with your vet).
Monsoon is also the time of the ‘creepy
crawlies’ to come out and stretch! Lizards, cockroaches and a whole variety of
insects come out to feast on the lush leaves and plants all around and also to
escape from the moisture filling their respective havens. Now we all know our
dogs love to play with insects and lizards but this is not always a safe thing
because dogs tend to catch the insects in their mouths and sometimes even eat
them. In case the insect has poison or toxic substances in its body, it can
cause serious harm to the dog- sometimes even death. So make sure your precious
pooch does not frolic around too much and play with the ‘wrong friends’.
Just a little extra care will earn you and
your pet a happier monsoon and some added licks and tail wags!
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