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      Beach Dangers For Dogs                            Heat Exhaustion                                    Swimming In The Ocean

                                                           We know temperatures can soar in Florida in the summer.
                                                                                                             Not all dogs are good swimmers. Certain breeds like pugs

         Summer is fast                                 Sometimes the ocean breeze can trick us into thinking it is   and basset hounds are not good swimmers as they are top
      approaching which                                 cooler. Be aware that your pet is exerting a lot of energy   heavy. Before allowing your dog to run into the ocean, make
      means a lot of time                               running on sand and may become overheated which can lead   sure they can stay afloat! Also strong winds can cause high
      spent at the beach.                               to heat stroke and death. Make sure to provide a shady place   waves and currents. Dogs can get into trouble and even get
      Many  of  us  love                                for your dog and make them lie down in the shade and rest   swept away just like us humans. Don’t let them in the water on
      taking our dogs with                              for a bit every now and then.                      rough days and bring a life vest for your dog to help prevent
      us when soaking up                                Salt Water Poisoning                               drowning.
      the sun and relaxing                                 Dogs get thirsty with all that running around. Do not let   Sand Impaction
      at the beach. What is                             them drink the salt water. The salt, bacteria and parasites in      Most dogs will not eat sand but there is always the
      more fun than watching our furry friends scampering around   the water can make them very sick. The excess sodium can   exception. If your dog ingests a large amount of sand it while
      on the sand and diving into the waves in search of a ball?   lead diarrhea and even to severe hypernatremia and seizures.   at the beach it can become stuck in the small bowel and cause
      Unfortunately there can be many dangers at the beach for   Bring plenty of fresh water to beach and make sure to offer   an obstruction. Hospitalization and possibly surgery would be
      dogs. This doesn’t mean we can’t take them, but we do need   it to your dog frequently.              needed in this case.
      to be aware of the risks and how to avoid them.                                                      Dog Fights
                                                                                                              Dog beaches are great places to socialize with your dog.
                                                                                                           Most of the time dogs love to interact with other dogs. It’s fun
                                                                                                           to watch the dogs racing around chasing each other, dashing
                                                                                                           in and out of the water. Unfortunately problems can come up
                                                                                                           when a lot of dogs are together. Dogs have the instinct to form
            Endorsed by our current 7-term,                                                                packs and will try to create a hierarchy to establish a leader
                                                                                                           of the pack. This can lead to dog fights and sometimes severe
            now retiring Property Appraiser,                                                               injuries. Keep an eye on your dog and its interactions with
            Laurel Kelly.                                                                                  other dogs. It is not always play. If you feel that your dog is
                                                                                                           getting overwhelmed or is in danger, take it out of the situation
                                                                                                           immediately.
                                                                                                           Jellyfish And Foreign Objects
                                                                                                              Dogs can accidentally step on or even pick up and try
                                                                                                           to eat jellyfish on the beach. The sting can be very irritating
           “Uniquely qualified for this position and a proven leader who understands the                   to the skin and oral mucosa and cause gastrointestinal upset
                              importance of an open door policy.” - Laurel                                 and allergic reactions. Vinegar can be used to pour directly
                                                                                                           on a sting on the skin. If ingested then take your dog to your
                                                                                                           veterinarian for treatment. Fish hooks and other discarded trash
                                                                                                           from humans is unfortunately something we see regularly at
                                                                                                           the beach. Fish hooks can become stuck in the skin and need
                                                                                                           to be removed by your veterinarian. Other foreign objects can
                                                                                                           cause intestinal obstruction if ingested. Symptoms would be
                                                                                                           vomiting, lethargy and anorexia.
                                                                                                           Sunburn And Paw Pad Burns
                                                                                                              Dogs can get sunburns too. Dogs with short hair and light
                                                                                                           coats can be at risk. Make sure to apply sunscreen before going
                                                                                                           to the beach. Using a veterinary dog specific sunscreen is best
                                                                                                           but you can use a children’s sunscreen that goes on clear and
                                                                                                           dries on contact. Avoid zinc oxide and salicylic acid. As we
                                                                                                           know the sand can get very hot in the summer. If the sand is
                                                                                                           too hot for us to walk on, it is too hot for your dog. Pets’ paw
                                                                                                           pads are thick but they can still get burned. On these days, take
                                                                                                           your pet to the beach earlier in the morning or in the evening
          As a 31 year veteran in the Property Appraiser’s office, I have                                  when the sand temperatures are not so high.
                                                                                                             As you can see, there are a lot of things to be considered to

           the in-depth knowledge and experience needed to produce                                         keep your beloved pet safe at the beach. Don’t let the dangers
                                                                                                           keep you from enjoying one of our favorite summer activities
               fair appraisals and protect you from over assessment.                                       here in Florida. Just be aware and cautious so everyone,
                                                                                                           including your furry friend, has a good time.
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