Keep your dog safe in summer, and while travelling

It’s summer in the Northern hemisphere, and lots of owners are taking their dogs out and about with them. There are some obvious, and some unknown dangers to be alert to though.

In one case, in West Sussex, United Kingdom, a dog was found to be suffering poisoning after ingesting toxic algae from a local pond:

If pets show symptoms of illness shortly after leaving water, have acute salivation and pale gums they should be taken to their vet immediately.

[Via : Dog owners warned against letting pets swim in lakes after poisonous algae found flourishing in hot weather | Mail Online.]

Meanwhile, there are plenty of things to think about if taking your dog on a trip, by car, plane, or other means. They’re listed in an article at JournalStar.com:

many of us consider our dogs to be part of the family, so they’re coming with us on family trips for the holiday and this summer.

But it’s important to keep them safe and comfortable

Tips include getting dogs accustomed to car rides that aren’t heading for the vet visit, how to handle plane flights, and how to be good guests in hotels and motels.

There’s plenty there for all travelling pet owners to consider.