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      Beach Dangers                                      skin. If ingested then take your dog to your veterinarian   the morning or in the evening when the sand temperatures

                                                         for treatment. Fish hooks and other discarded trash from   are not so high.
                                                         humans is unfortunately something we see regularly at the      As you can see, there are a lot of things to be considered
                                                         beach. Fish hooks can become stuck in the skin and need to   to keep your beloved pet safe at the beach. Don’t let the
                                                         be removed by your veterinarian. Other foreign objects can   dangers keep you from enjoying one of our favorite summer
                                                         cause intestinal obstruction if ingested. Symptoms would   activities here in Florida. Just be aware and cautious so
                                                         be vomiting, lethargy and anorexia.               everyone, including your furry friend, has a good time.
                                                            Sunburn and paw pad burns: Dogs can get sunburns      Established in 1981, Palm City Animal Medical Center
                                                         too. Dogs with short hair and light coats can be at risk.   is dedicated to providing the best possible care for your
                                                         Make sure to apply sunscreen before going to the beach.   pets. With focuses on compassionate care in surgery,
                                                         Using a veterinary dog specific sunscreen is best but you   physical therapy and rehabilitation, preventative medicine,
                                                         can use a children’s sunscreen that goes on clear and dries   extensive diagnostics, and emergency service, Palm City
                                                         on contact. Avoid zinc oxide and salicylic acid.  Animal Medical Center combines exceptional medical
                                                            As we know the sand can get very hot in the summer.   care with a caring philosophy for pets and their owners.
                                                         If the sand is too hot for us to walk on, than it is too hot   For more information, call (772) 283-0920, visit www.
          Summer is fast approaching which means a lot of time   for your dog. Pets paw pads are thick but they can still get   palmcityanimalmedicalcenter.com or find us on Facebook
       spent at the beach. Many of us love taking our dogs with us   burned. On these days, take your pet to the beach earlier in   at www.facebook.com/PalmCityAnimalClinic.
       when soaking up the sun and relaxing at the beach. What
       is more fun than watching our furry friends scampering
       around on the sand and diving into the waves in search of a
       ball? Unfortunately, there can be many dangers at the beach
       for dogs. This doesn’t mean we can’t take them, but we do
       need to be aware of the risks and how to avoid them.
          Heat exhaustion: We know temperatures can soar in
       Florida in the summer. Sometimes the ocean breeze can
       trick us into thinking it is cooler. Be aware that your pet is
       exerting a lot of energy running on sand and may become
       overheated which can lead to heatstroke and death. Make
       sure to provide a shady place for your dog and make them
       lie down in the shade and rest for a bit every now and then.
          Salt water poisoning: Dogs get thirsty with all that
       running around. Do not let them drink the salt water. The
       salt, bacteria and parasites in the water can make them
       very sick. The excess sodium can lead to diarrhea and
       even to severe hypernatremia and seizures. Bring plenty
       of fresh water to the beach and make sure to offer it to
       your dog frequently.
          Swimming in the ocean: Not all dogs are good
       swimmers. Certain breeds like pugs and basset hounds are
       not good swimmers as they are top-heavy. Before allowing
       your dog to run into the ocean, make sure they can stay
       afloat! Also strong winds can cause high waves and currents.
       Dogs can get into trouble and even get swept away just like
       us humans. Don’t let them in the water on rough days and
       bring a life vest for your dog to help prevent drowning.
          Sand impaction: Most dogs will not eat sand but
       there is always the exception. If your dog ingests a large
       amount of sand while at the beach it can become stuck in
       the small bowel and cause an obstruction. Hospitalization
       and possibly surgery would be needed in this case.
          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 packs and will try to create
       a hierarchy to establish a leader of the pack. This can lead
       to dog fights and sometimes severe injuries. Keep an eye on
       your dog and its interactions with 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 to the skin and oral mucosa
       and cause gastrointestinal upset and allergic reactions.
       Vinegar can be used to pour directly on a sting on the

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