Blue Green Algae Risk For Dogs
Cyanobacterial Blooms Deadly To Dogs
Safety reminder for our water-loving dogs….
I worry we may be seeing algae blooms even earlier this year with these temperatures. Please be safe.
Many pet parents do not know about the risk, so please share with everyone! I see too many dogs every summer that do not make it home from a swimming adventure. The weather is hot and we think let’s go swimming! Seems perfectly normal, but could be a nightmare.
Even bodies of water you swam in last month could quickly bloom with this algae as the temperatures increase. If you are not sure if the body of water is safe — go home and get out the garden hose, sprinkler or kiddie pool. No swim is worth the risk.
If you suspect exposure, rinse your dog in fresh water (yes, take fresh water with you), call poison control (you have the number saved in your phone —yes save it in your phone (888) 426-4435 along with your local vet and ER closest ER vet — even if you’re traveling), and head immediately to the vet. You have no time to waste.
I personally would be inclined to add some liver tonic, and probably start a Raindrop Therapy as I head to the vet. (What do you keep in your first aid kit — visit https://naturalwellnessfordogs.com to see mine.
Please be safe this summer.
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