How much trouble can your pet get into during the winter? While your dog or cat may be spending more time inside and around you, accidents can still happen. Chilly seasonal temperatures in Newhall, Santa Clarita Valley, Antelope Valley, San Fernando Valley, and surrounding areas can affect your pet, especially smaller animals or those that spend a lot of time outside.
Meanwhile, a bored dog or cat can chew on houseplants, decorations, and seasonal foods that are not healthy to be consumed.
Here are some signs that your pet may need to visit All Creatures Veterinary Center:
Many dogs love playing in the snow. Adventurous long-haired cats don’t even seem to feel the temperatures. However, these animals can catch hypothermia just like humans. Keep an eye out for these signs in your pets.
Signs of Hypothermia in Pets:
What to Do?
Did you know that some of the foods humans enjoy are toxic to pets? Even when you have the best of intentions, it can be easy for a wily cat or dog to sneak a bite of something that isn’t good for them.
Common Danger Foods:
Symptoms of Food Poisoning:
What to Do?
From cheerful plants to bright light displays, your holiday decorations are eye catching, but potentially hazardous. Does your dog have a bad habit of chewing on light power cords? Is your cat eyeing that crimson-leafed poinsettia? This may spell trouble.
Dangerous Holiday Decorations:
Symptoms of Exposure to Dangerous Holiday Decorations:
What to Do?
Start with a dose of prevention:
However, sometimes prevention isn’t enough. If your animal’s hurt or has eaten something they shouldn’t, call our Doctors immediately for advice. Stay safe and happy holidays from all of us at All Creatures Veterinary Center!