It’s Coming!!!  Winter.  Whether you love it or hate it, you will want to take note of some important cold weather tips to protect the pet you love.  Check this site for your weekly tip, and today’s tip is…..Ice melt.  Ice and snow are a hazard and all of us want to prevent accidents.

Calcium chloride ice melt is one of the most common formulas sprinkled on the sidewalk, and rock salt is spread on the roads.  Both of these can cause irritation to the skin, paws and gastrointestinal system.

Spread these products sparingly—you need to be safe, but excess amounts waste your money and hurt your dogs paws.  Pet safe formulas are available on the market. We also recommend wiping your pets feet when they return from walks can minimize paw irritation and ingestion of the salts as they lick their feet.

At State Street Animal Hospital, PC we seek to help you prevent problems.