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Fall Safety Tips for Pets by Cheyenne Pratt , Veterinary Technician , Calico Creek Veterinary Clinic
Fall is a great time to hike , and is also hunting season throughout most of the United States . Autumn is a great time to remember how to safely share the woods while protecting pets . Here are a few tips to help minimize risks :
• Outfit your dogs with bright clothing . Many sporting goods stores and pet stores have blaze orange reflective vests for dogs .
• Do not let dogs off leash in areas where hunting or trapping occurs . Shooting mistakes happen , and some states allow body-gripping traps .
• Do not let dogs chase deer , regardless of the season . If your dog has this tendency , leashing at all times is necessary .
• Make sounds when in the woods . Whistle or sing as you walk . If you hear shots , shout to make sure hunters know that you and your dog are there .
• Do not let pets eat carcasses . Dogs allowed to roam in hunting areas often find remains of deer carcasses and can become ill from ingesting them .
• Vaccinate to prevent exposure . Make sure pets are up-to-date on all their core vaccines , especially distemper and rabies . Also , consider the Lyme and Leptospirosis vaccine because being in wooded areas is regarded as high risk .
• Consider pets ’ fears . Some pets become very anxious from the sound of guns . It ’ s best to keep such pets away from areas where they ’ ll hear gunshots or they could become frightened and bolt .
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Viva , North Carolina : Recalling one lot of Viva Turkey For Dogs , Viva Beef & Turkey For Puppies , Viva Turkey For Dogs ( Ground ), Viva Turkey For Dogs ( Chunked ), and Viva Turkey For Cats , due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination . Info : 919-371-8882 Monday-Friday , 9am-5pm EST . ( 7 / 2 / 24 )
TDBBS LLC , Richmond , VA : Recalling Green Tripe dog treats due to the potential presence of foreign metal objects in the dog treat which could present a health hazard . The recall is limited to certain lots distributed from February to May 2024 and sold nationwide in retail stores and through online mail orders . Info : 877-583- 5853 . ( 6 / 20 / 24 )
Mars Petcare , Chicago , Illinois : Recalling Pedigree Adult Complete Nutrition Grilled Steak & Vegetable Flavor Dry Dog Food , 44 pound bags , sold by Walmart in Arkansas , Louisiana , Oklahoma , and Texas . Recall due to potential presence of loose metal pieces in the bag , which could pose a choking hazard . Info : 1-800-525-5273 / online at www . pedigree . com / update . ( 5 / 17 / 24 )
Source : dogfoodadvisor . com , amva . org
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