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Pets May Become Inactive During Winter

Pet health can be compromised during the months of winter.
The health of your pet should not be forgotten at anytime of year.

During the busy winter months, pet owners can without meaning to, become negligent of their pets. It is very important however to stress that this is a situation that needs to be addressed due to the fact that for the average pet owner, they will not see the teltail signs and symptoms displayed by their sickening dog or cat.

Dog health is a facet of dog ownership that only the owner can provide. Your dog is not going to brush his own teeth and comb out his own hair every morning is he?

“It was oral melanoma. The worst of the worst. I didn't know they could get melanoma," stated one dog owner upon finding out that her dog had oral cancer.

This is an extreme case, however there are much less cases of one's pet becoming sick and the owner of that pet not even realizing that something is wrong until it is too late. Changes in energy levels, mental behavior and maybe even physical appearance can be subtle during the onset of a disease or condition. More info on pet health. For a busy person who does not spend a lot of time with their house pet, these are little changes that they might not pick up on. Few months down the road, they finally realize something is wrong, seek medical advice, only to be told that their beloved pet is dying of Dog Flu and has little chance of survival.

Dog Flu

The Canine flu, (Canine Influenza) presents in a similar way as the human flu can present in humans:

• Wet cough
• Nasal Discharge
• Eye discharge
• Vomiting
• Sneezing
• Fever
• Labored breathing
• Lethargy

If not treated, the Canine Flu will progress to pneumonia and eventual death. If you see any of the above symptoms exhibited by your dog, do not wait it out, seek immediate professional advice, your dog’s life may be at stake!

Spending time with your pet during the winter is just as important as spending time with your pet in winter. Both seasons offer challenges for your pet, and if you are not looking out for their safety, then you are asking for trouble, and putting the life of your pet in danger.