Hide the Sweets

Easter is just around the corner, so as you start setting out your sweets, keep your pets in mind. Chocolate and artificial sweeteners are toxic to dogs and cats. Keep candy jars set high above their reach (and away from wagging tails that could knock the candy bowl over). Toss candy wrappers in the trash can right away so your cat can’t play with them and so your dog won’t eat them. Don’t feed your pets any baked sweets as these can make them sick and lead to other health complications down the road. If you plan to host an Easter egg hunt, make sure your pet is secured away in a kennel or quiet room while the kiddos hunt for eggs. This will reduce the risk of your dog or cat stealing an egg.

Easter Decorations

Kittens and cats, in particular, love to play with shiny, frilly objects and colorful plastic grass fillers for Easter baskets. These decorations can become hazardous and even fatal if your pets ingest them, so keep them out of reach from your cats and dogs. Lilies are highly toxic to pets when eaten, so avoid buying them for your home.   

Heartworm Prevention

While heartworm disease is an extremely dangerous and potentially fatal disease in both dogs and cats, canines are the natural hosts for heartworms. Mosquitos are one of the most common pests that carry and transmit heartworms to pets. As the temperatures warm up this spring, mosquitos will become increasingly active and pose a threat to your pets’ health. Talk to your veterinarian about starting heartworm prevention early so your pets are protected from this scary disease.

Schedule a Spring Vet Exam

Schedule your pet for an exam to ensure your dog or cat is up-to-date on their routine vaccines and preventive medicines. While you’re there, talk to your vet about vacationing this spring and summer and ways to start preparing your pet for travel.

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