Keep Pet Safe This Spring / Summer From Toxic in Your Yard
We love the summer (well….i do), the Green backyard and the color of our plants but we should not forget the hazards in out backyards.
Fertilizer – Although it feeds the plants, it can heart pet digestive.
You need to follow instructions and wait the appropriate period before letting your pet enjoy the outside again.
Insecticides – Same as the fertilizer it contains toxic materials. Always store pesticides in safe areas and read manufacturer’s label for correct use.
Poisonous Plants – There are lot of plants that are poison for pets, can cause liver failure or affect the heart. Before planting outdoor greens look for a list of all toxic plants to avoid or plant them out of reach.
Mulch –Chocolate is bad for pets!! It can cause vomiting, diarrhea and muscle tremors elevated heart rate, hyperactivity and even seizures. Using cocoa mulch (made of cocoa bean shells) has sweet smell that attracts dogs and depending on the amount digested it can heart dogs. Use other mulch (it’s still toxic but less then the cocoa mulch)
Compost – If you going Green and composting, keep in mind that some human foods are toxic for dogs and cats, like moldy food, chocolate, coffee and certain types of fruit and vegetables. Check the list of those foods and try to avoid them.
Lime Disease – Some areas are more exposed to ticks that cause Lime dieses. As always, keep your pet up to date with all vaccines. Consult your vet regarding the Lime disease vaccine.
Id Tag – Keep id tag with your phone number on your pet at all times. You never know when he’ll decides on going for a walk alone.
