Pet Health Issues And Prevention In Summer: In summer, the condition of pets is similar to that of people. Rather, in some cases, their condition can be said to be more dangerous. Because of their physical structure. So what is the best way to keep our pets in this situation? How to give them a little relief from the fire? In this regard Dr. Shubamitra Chowdhury, Professor of Veterinary Clinical Complex, State Animal and Fisheries University and Dr. Ripon Biswas, Professor of Animal Public Health spoke to ABP Live in detail.
What problems do pets have in the summer?
heat stroke – The pet is not exposed to much sun at this time. So the risk of sunstroke is less. But the risk of heatstroke is quite high. He reminded me of that Doctor Ripon Biswas.
Infection from food and water – Stomach infection can also be caused by food and water. Food rots more in summer. But pet food doesn’t always taste good. So care should be taken so that rotten food does not enter his stomach.
Digestive problems and heartburn – Drinking less water, eating less food, or eating heavy food can cause digestive problems. Acidity may also increase.
It is important to watch food and water
Loss of water from the body – Just like us, our pets can lose water from their bodies. Since the temperature of the environment is high, water loss i.e. dehydration occurs at a faster rate during this time. Dogs and cats have a normal body temperature of 101 to 102 degrees. 1 degree is considered more or less during summer.
Ant or insect problem – 1 degree fluctuation in pets during summer. But this temperature can sometimes be a sign of fever, he said Doctor Shubomitra Chowdhury. According to him, one of the reasons for this temperature is the presence of mites or insects. which initially remained elusive. But the first symptom is a fever or a rise in temperature.
- How to understand? Usually the temperature can be caused by overheating. Again, it can also be due to inflammation. So apart from the temperature rise, you have to pay attention to the nose. Most dog breeds have black noses and most cat breeds have pink noses. Check whether the top of the nose is dry or not.
- When the problem increases? The risk of vector-borne diseases is high in summer. Among them, this fear increases during Kalbaisakhi. Because rain increases bacterial infection. So this is a time of danger from all sides. It should be kept as much as possible from the outside sun. So that there is no confusion about the temperature.
- Theileria, Babesia and E. canis The danger of these three diseases increases in summer. He reminded that it happened because of Etuli Doctor Ripon Biswas.
Electrolyte imbalance is disturbed – Dehydration in the body leads to electrolyte imbalance. The pet is at risk of serious diseases.
Viral infection – As with thrush, viral infections can occur. For example, cat flu increases during this time. Currently it has reduced but the rash has not yet been cut.
Cat drinking problem – Domestic cats have a bit of a problem with drinking water. While dogs drink water regularly, cats do not. As a result, the problem increases.
Diarrhea and stool problems – Just like us, pets can suffer from diarrhea from dehydration. Again, due to less water consumption, the problem of cat feces is more. They tan their own skin. As a result, a lot of fur goes to the stomach. These hairs mix with the faeces, while due to low water the faeces harden and form faecoliths/faecaliths. This problem increases in summer.
Skin Infections – Dry weather along with hot weather increases the risk of skin infection. Again very humid weather in several places. Riponbabu said that dogs can have dermatitis problem there. In that case, pets can have bacterial as well as fungal dermatitis.
Decreased immunity – Overheating also affects the immune system. During this time the temperature stays in the upper 40s or thereabouts every day. Due to which the immune system decreases a lot. There is a risk of disease during this period, which is not expected to occur during normal times. According to doctor Ripon Biswas, pets want to eat less food due to heat discomfort. Even more than that, immunity can decrease.
Problems due to street dogs – Street dogs are not routinely vaccinated. On the other hand, they are quite aggressive in summer. On top of that, the infection of rabies increases during this time. So you have to be aware when going out with your pet. Pets can become infected due to contact with street dogs.
Immunity decreases
Excessive pet care can also cause problems
Extra Vitamin Tablets – It’s good to take care of pets. But many take extra care of pets. Which has some downsides. Some buy vitamin tablets from the market and feed them to their pets. As a result of which the BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate) of their body increases. Then the body temperature also increases.
Repeated ac- It is not good to keep the AC on all the time because the pet is feeling hot. There is a risk of pneumonia if it comes out of the AC.
Frequent bathing with soap, shampoo – Many of us bathe 3-4 times a day in summer. Many people bathe their pets several times a week to keep them healthy. These baths can aggravate skin problems. Normal sebum is removed by soap and shampoo every time you bathe. This sebum protects the skin a lot. Hence the infection increases.
How to take care of the pet?
15 minutes grooming in the morning and afternoon – If you love your pet, it is important to spend time with it. So he suggested spending 15 minutes with her every morning and afternoon Doctor Shubomitra Chowdhury. During this time he should be groomed with a grooming brush. The pet gets many benefits as a result of this grooming.
- Regular grooming will reduce the risk of tick borne disease. Which is very common at this time. Antuli mainly suck blood from the pet’s body at night. This can lead to anemia in addition to infection. So this time of morning and afternoon is important.
- This brushing increases the immunity of the skin. Because our skin is the biggest immune system.
Watch out for food and water – Care should be taken to ensure that food and water are free from infection. Food and water containers should be kept clean.
Eating light meals – It is better not to eat foods that increase BMR. Many people understand fish and meat as nutritious food. But if you give them every day, the body gets warm. Therefore, light and nutritious vegetable food can also be fed during this time.
Hydration – Hydration is the key to staying healthy in summer. So nothing is better than feeding more water at this time.
A day in the heart, a day’s bath – Riponbabu suggested bathing the pet once in a day to keep it healthy and strong. But it is better not to use any soap and shampoo during this bath. It is best to use it once a week as before. If you want to use shampoo alone, he said to give moisturizing shampoo. Also, his hair should be dried quickly after bathing. Then there will be no fear of infection even in frequent bathing.
AC temperature control – Instead of direct AC, it is better to keep it a little hidden. If you want to keep it in AC, the temperature should be kept between 25 degrees and 30 degrees, said Riponbabu.
Medicines on doctor’s advice – It is best not to take vitamins or BMR increasing drugs for extra nutrition on their own. Rather, if any medicine is needed, it is better to take it with the doctor’s advice.
More consultation with doctor – As the problem increases in summer, it is better to take a little more advice at this time. Shubomitrababu said that it is better to check up the pet a little more frequently this time than in winter. But it is better to avoid the time of 12-3.
Cats can also have various problems
When to go to the doctor?
- Whether the pet is in a good mood or not take a look Generally healthy pets exercise, eat properly. If not, he may have a physical illness. Show the doctor at this time.
- Change in color or type of stool Even if you see it, you should go to the doctor. Acidity, indigestion, diarrhoea, change in stool pattern.
- If you see a lump on your body Must go to the doctor. Even if one or two are seen, he cannot be neglected.
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Pet Health Issues And Prevention In Summer: In summer, the condition of pets is similar to that of people. Rather, in some cases, their condition can be said to be more dangerous. Because of their physical structure. So what is the best way to keep our pets in this situation? How to give them a little relief from the fire? In this regard Dr. Shubamitra Chowdhury, Professor of Veterinary Clinical Complex, State Animal and Fisheries University and Dr. Ripon Biswas, Professor of Animal Public Health spoke to ABP Live in detail.
What problems do pets have in the summer?
heat stroke – The pet is not exposed to much sun at this time. So the risk of sunstroke is less. But the risk of heatstroke is quite high. He reminded me of that Doctor Ripon Biswas.
Infection from food and water – Stomach infection can also be caused by food and water. Food rots more in summer. But pet food doesn’t always taste good. So care should be taken so that rotten food does not enter his stomach.
Digestive problems and heartburn – Drinking less water, eating less food, or eating heavy food can cause digestive problems. Acidity may also increase.
It is important to watch food and water
Loss of water from the body – Just like us, our pets can lose water from their bodies. Since the temperature of the environment is high, water loss i.e. dehydration occurs at a faster rate during this time. Dogs and cats have a normal body temperature of 101 to 102 degrees. 1 degree is considered more or less during summer.
Ant or insect problem – 1 degree fluctuation in pets during summer. But this temperature can sometimes be a sign of fever, he said Doctor Shubomitra Chowdhury. According to him, one of the reasons for this temperature is the presence of mites or insects. which initially remained elusive. But the first symptom is a fever or a rise in temperature.
- How to understand? Usually the temperature can be caused by overheating. Again, it can also be due to inflammation. So apart from the temperature rise, you have to pay attention to the nose. Most dog breeds have black noses and most cat breeds have pink noses. Check whether the top of the nose is dry or not.
- When the problem increases? The risk of vector-borne diseases is high in summer. Among them, this fear increases during Kalbaisakhi. Because rain increases bacterial infection. So this is a time of danger from all sides. It should be kept as much as possible from the outside sun. So that there is no confusion about the temperature.
- Theileria, Babesia and E. canis The danger of these three diseases increases in summer. He reminded that it happened because of Etuli Doctor Ripon Biswas.
Electrolyte imbalance is disturbed – Dehydration in the body leads to electrolyte imbalance. The pet is at risk of serious diseases.
Viral infection – As with thrush, viral infections can occur. For example, cat flu increases during this time. Currently it has reduced but the rash has not yet been cut.
Cat drinking problem – Domestic cats have a bit of a problem with drinking water. While dogs drink water regularly, cats do not. As a result, the problem increases.
Diarrhea and stool problems – Just like us, pets can suffer from diarrhea from dehydration. Again, due to less water consumption, the problem of cat feces is more. They tan their own skin. As a result, a lot of fur goes to the stomach. These hairs mix with the faeces, while due to low water the faeces harden and form faecoliths/faecaliths. This problem increases in summer.
Skin Infections – Dry weather along with hot weather increases the risk of skin infection. Again very humid weather in several places. Riponbabu said that dogs can have dermatitis problem there. In that case, pets can have bacterial as well as fungal dermatitis.
Decreased immunity – Overheating also affects the immune system. During this time the temperature stays in the upper 40s or thereabouts every day. Due to which the immune system decreases a lot. There is a risk of disease during this period, which is not expected to occur during normal times. According to doctor Ripon Biswas, pets want to eat less food due to heat discomfort. Even more than that, immunity can decrease.
Problems due to street dogs – Street dogs are not routinely vaccinated. On the other hand, they are quite aggressive in summer. On top of that, the infection of rabies increases during this time. So you have to be aware when going out with your pet. Pets can become infected due to contact with street dogs.
Immunity decreases
Excessive pet care can also cause problems
Extra Vitamin Tablets – It’s good to take care of pets. But many take extra care of pets. Which has some downsides. Some buy vitamin tablets from the market and feed them to their pets. As a result of which the BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate) of their body increases. Then the body temperature also increases.
Repeated ac- It is not good to keep the AC on all the time because the pet is feeling hot. There is a risk of pneumonia if it comes out of the AC.
Frequent bathing with soap, shampoo – Many of us bathe 3-4 times a day in summer. Many people bathe their pets several times a week to keep them healthy. These baths can aggravate skin problems. Normal sebum is removed by soap and shampoo every time you bathe. This sebum protects the skin a lot. Hence the infection increases.
How to take care of the pet?
15 minutes grooming in the morning and afternoon – If you love your pet, it is important to spend time with it. So he suggested spending 15 minutes with her every morning and afternoon Doctor Shubomitra Chowdhury. During this time he should be groomed with a grooming brush. The pet gets many benefits as a result of this grooming.
- Regular grooming will reduce the risk of tick borne disease. Which is very common at this time. Antuli mainly suck blood from the pet’s body at night. This can lead to anemia in addition to infection. So this time of morning and afternoon is important.
- This brushing increases the immunity of the skin. Because our skin is the biggest immune system.
Watch out for food and water – Care should be taken to ensure that food and water are free from infection. Food and water containers should be kept clean.
Eating light meals – It is better not to eat foods that increase BMR. Many people understand fish and meat as nutritious food. But if you give them every day, the body gets warm. Therefore, light and nutritious vegetable food can also be fed during this time.
Hydration – Hydration is the key to staying healthy in summer. So nothing is better than feeding more water at this time.
A day in the heart, a day’s bath – Riponbabu suggested bathing the pet once in a day to keep it healthy and strong. But it is better not to use any soap and shampoo during this bath. It is best to use it once a week as before. If you want to use shampoo alone, he said to give moisturizing shampoo. Also, his hair should be dried quickly after bathing. Then there will be no fear of infection even in frequent bathing.
AC temperature control – Instead of direct AC, it is better to keep it a little hidden. If you want to keep it in AC, the temperature should be kept between 25 degrees and 30 degrees, said Riponbabu.
Medicines on doctor’s advice – It is best not to take vitamins or BMR increasing drugs for extra nutrition on their own. Rather, if any medicine is needed, it is better to take it with the doctor’s advice.
More consultation with doctor – As the problem increases in summer, it is better to take a little more advice at this time. Shubomitrababu said that it is better to check up the pet a little more frequently this time than in winter. But it is better to avoid the time of 12-3.
Cats can also have various problems
When to go to the doctor?
- Whether the pet is in a good mood or not take a look Generally healthy pets exercise, eat properly. If not, he may have a physical illness. Show the doctor at this time.
- Change in color or type of stool Even if you see it, you should go to the doctor. Acidity, indigestion, diarrhoea, change in stool pattern.
- If you see a lump on your body Must go to the doctor. Even if one or two are seen, he cannot be neglected.
(All images credit – PTI)
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Read more – Health News: Heatwave, burns, death toll on the rise; Is suffering due to man-made pollution?
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