The Fall season is here and that means it’s time for back-to-school supplies, changing your home decor, and trick-or-treaters. It also means new ways for your dog to potentially get sick, or worse. From dog-proofing your home to watching out for environmental dangers, keep reading to learn 7 dog safety tips every pet parent should know this Fall season.
7 Dog Safety Tips For The Fall Season
1. Flea & Tick Prevention
Summer isn’t the only time that fleas and ticks are active. Make sure to continue using flea and tick medication to prevent your dog from becoming a feast.
2. Mushroom & Mold
As the temperature changes this time of year, mushrooms and mold start to regrow. These can be dangerous for dogs, so watch out for them during your outings through nature.
3. Changing Temperatures
The temperature tends to fluctuate during the Fall, so plan ahead to make sure your dog is prepared for the day ahead. If it’s a little chillier than normal, put a sweater on them to keep them warm. If it’s raining, bring out their rain jacket and booties to protect them from the elements.
4. School Supplies
It’s back-to-school season, and if you had kids you know there will be school supplies littered about. Many ingredients found in school supplies are not good for dogs, so make sure to keep these out of your dog’s reach.
5. Fall Decor
As you redecorate your home for the Fall season keep in mind where you place decor. For dogs, a new object in their home is just something else to put in their mouths. Avoid a possible trip to the vet clinic by making any Fall decor inaccessible to your dog.
6. Halloween Candy
You can’t think of Fall without thinking of Halloween. While this holiday may be full of treats, they’re not the kind your dog can have. Keep all holiday candy away from your dog, especially chocolate candies.
7. Prevent Escapes
Many dogs escape their homes during this season, one main way being when answering the door for trick-or-treaters. Plan ahead to make sure your dog can’t escape during festivities, like keeping them in a room with the door closed. In case of an escape, it’s highly recommended to microchip your dog. Dogs who are microchipped are twice as likely to be reunited with their owners.
Written by Vincent M.
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