Boundary Bay Veterinary Specialty Hospital’s Post

Did you know that today is National Spoil Your Dog Day? While pampering your fur baby, let's remember their health. Lyme disease is a serious threat to our beloved pets, but we can keep them safe with the right precautions. Check out the Lyme Disease Association for tips on preventing tick bites and protecting your pets. https://lnkd.in/eQVehWYY #LymeDiseaseAssociation #SpoilYourDogDay #LymeDiseaseAwareness #HealthyPets #ProtectYourPets

🌿🚫🦟 Stay Safe, Boulder County! Mosquitoes in our area have tested positive for West Nile Virus. Protect yourself from mosquito bites to prevent infection. Know the Symptoms: Most people won’t feel sick, but 1 in 5 might experience: - Fever - Extreme fatigue - Head and body aches - Skin rash Fight the Bite with the 5 Ds: 1. Dawn & Dusk: Use insect repellent and wear protective clothing during peak mosquito-biting times. 2. Dress: Cover up with long sleeves, pants, socks, and closed shoes. 3. DEET: Use insect repellent with 30-35% DEET or alternatives like Picaridin, IR3535, Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus, PMD, or 2-undecanone. 4. Doors & Windows: Ensure screens are intact to keep mosquitoes out. 5. Drain: Eliminate standing water where mosquitoes breed. Learn more about WNV and how to protect yourself on our blog: https://bit.ly/3Yfn0ja For more details, visit: https://bit.ly/46k0yYv #FightTheBite #WestNileVirus #MosquitoSeason #BoulderCounty #StaySafe

With a notorious reputation for being a nuisance to our pets, fleas can also cause problems to people. With their itchy and irritating bites and the ability to spread serious diseases, you’ll want them gone as soon as possible. If you are concerned about a flea problem in your home or business, we can help. Our article offers your tips on how to identify and protect your home from a flea outbreak, and how professional flea elimination works. https://lnkd.in/gFx7daJh

Tick prevention is important to protect yourself and your pets from tick-borne diseases like Lyme disease. Here are some easy strategies for preventing tick bites: -Wear appropriate clothing when hiking through tick country. -Use tick repellants (chemical and non-chemical options). -Perform ‘tick checks’ in hair, behind ears, and other tick-friendly body parts. -Check pets, clothing and gear before bringing them inside. -Keep your yard mowed (ticks hate short grass). -Plant beautiful anti-tick plants (salvia, lavender, sage, mint) to keep ticks at bay. https://lnkd.in/eNj9PCJ

Ticks love to latch onto our furry friends, causing discomfort and potentially transmitting dangerous diseases. Here, we have mentioned 7 main places where you should look out for ticks on your dog. When checking your pet for ticks, it's important to conduct a thorough examination, as these pests can hide slyly. Share this information with more pet parents and save it for later. #Hesterpetcare #Hester #DogCare #PetHealth #TickPrevention #PetSafety #FleaControl #DogLovers #PetParents #PetProtection

🐾 Guarding the Hearts of Our Furry Companions! 🐾 Heartworm prevention is not just a seasonal commitment; it's a year-round necessity for the well-being of your beloved cats and dogs. At Mauldin Station, we understand the importance of safeguarding your pets against this potentially life-threatening condition. Heartworm treatment can be a hefty expense and an emotional strain for both pet and owner. Prevention is not only a proactive step to ensure your pets stay healthy, but it also makes financial sense. The cost of heartworm prevention is significantly lower than the expenses associated with treating an advanced heartworm infection. Mauldin Station offers a range of effective and affordable heartworm prevention options tailored to your pet's needs. Investing in prevention today can save you from the emotional stress and financial burden of treating heartworm disease in the future. Give your pets the gift of a healthy heart. Come into Mauldin Station and explore our heartworm prevention options. Let's keep those tails wagging and those purrs going strong! 🐶🐱❤️#MauldinStationVet #mauldinsc #PetsAreFamily #LoveYourPets #CompassionateCare #IndividualPets #yeahthatgreenville

Using our healing balm on your pets paws can make a world of difference in your pet’s comfort and overall well-being. Here’s why: 1. Protection from Harsh Conditions: It creates a protective barrier, shielding their delicate paws from hot pavements, cold surfaces, rough terrains, and harmful chemicals, ensuring their safety and comfort. 2. Moisturization and Hydration: prevents dryness, cracking, and discomfort by moisturizing and hydrating paw pads, keeping them smooth and supple. 3. Healing and Soothing: Our healing balm is filled with natural ingredients that soothes irritations, cuts, and burns, promoting faster healing and providing relief to your pet. 4. Infection Prevention: Regular application of our healing balm creates a protective layer, reducing the risk of bacteria, infections, and debris entering cracked or damaged paw pads. By using our healing balm, you not only shield your pet’s paws from harsh conditions but also maintain their paw health, ensuring they stay comfortable, protected, and ready for any adventure! 🐾💛 Find here: https://lnkd.in/gNMTP-68 #petcare #naturalingredients #pets #pettips #paws 

The Wyoming Department of Health wants people to remember to protect themselves from mosquito bites to help prevent West Nile virus infection. 1) DAWN and 2) DUSK – Mosquitoes prefer to feed at dawn or dusk, so avoid spending time outside during these times. 3) DRESS – Wear shoes, socks, long pants and a long-sleeved shirt outdoors. Clothing should be loose-fitting and made of tightly woven materials. 4) DRAIN – Mosquitoes breed in shallow, stagnant water. Reduce the amount of standing water by draining and/or removing objects with standing water. 5) DEET – Use an insect repellent containing DEET (N, N-diethyl-m-toluamide). When using DEET, be sure to read and follow label instructions. Picaridin (KBR 3023) or oil of lemon eucalyptus can also be effective. https://lnkd.in/gMWAHJu9

Ick…ticks! Ticks are active all year long, especially during warm weather. Here are some tips to prevent Lyme disease and other tickborne illnesses. 🕷️ Use EPA-registered repellants containing DEET, picaridin, IR3535, Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus, para-menthane-diol or 2-undecanone. 👕 Wear light-colored clothing so ticks are easier to see. 👣 Walk in the center of trails. 🐕 Examine and wipe your gear, clothing and pets to prevent ticks from being brought inside. Lint rollers work well for this. 💊 Make sure pets are on tick prevention medication. 🙋🏽 Check your entire body for ticks with a mirror after coming in from outdoors. 🚿 Bathe or shower within 2 hours after coming indoors, to find and wash off ticks. 🌡️ Tumble dry clothes on high heat for 10 minutes to kill ticks on clothing. From Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and PA DCNR Photo: PA DCNR

#PrecautionsAgainstMonkeyPox 🛡️ Protect Yourself Against Monkeypox 🛡️ Monkeypox is a viral infection that can spread through close contact with an infected person or animal. Stay informed and follow these precautions to reduce your risk: Avoid Close Contact: Keep your distance from individuals showing symptoms like rashes, fever, or swollen lymph nodes. Practice Good Hygiene: Wash your hands frequently with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. Wear Protective Gear: If you're caring for someone with Monkeypox, use gloves and a face mask to minimize exposure. Avoid Animal Contact: Steer clear of animals that may carry the virus, particularly in regions where Monkeypox is common. Disinfect Surfaces: Clean and disinfect objects and surfaces that may be contaminated. Seek Medical Attention: If you develop symptoms, seek medical care immediately. Stay safe and protect your community! 💪 #MonkeypoxAwareness #HealthFirst #StaySafe #Health #MonkeyPox #Precautions #PrecautionsIsBetterThanCure #HUH