Fall is a favorite season for furry friends due to its fresh air, colorful foliage, and the sweet scent of seasonal plants that linger in the air. Although the season is cozy, it comes with potential health risks for your furry friends that you may not be aware of. It is essential to know these dangers and protect your pet from unconditional situations.

Let’s take a look at some of the most important things to take care of in the fall.

fewer daylight hours

Shorter days mean fewer hours of daylight and we have to cut back on some of our daytime activities when visibility is poor. Dog owners have to take their furry friend out for a walk, either at dusk or dawn. This brings with it the additional risks of accidents due to low visibility.

During winters when you take your furry friends for walks in the dark early in the morning or at night, it is crucial to take care of your pet. The reduced light means it is challenging for drivers to see animals, which can sometimes lead to accidents. Therefore, it is crucial to keep a close eye on your dog on a walk and to control him with a leash and collar or chest harness. Have them wear reflective collars as well as a tag with a microchip for a safe return in the event of a missed incident.

Leaves: a catastrophe to handle

It’s a pleasure to just move around and listen to that rumbling sound coming from the dry leaves. Dogs love to run through the foliage and have fun. But the furry animals are not aware of the danger of this debris. These dry leaves are the source of toxicity if your furry friend licks anything off the ground or off his paws.

There can be fleas, ticks, as well as bacteria and mold growth on these sheets. And, if your pet ingests any of these microorganisms, it would be creating dangerous conditions including vomiting, diarrhea, illness, or even tapeworm infection.

It’s best to remove foliage and mow dry grass on your lawn to keep those nasty pests away. Also, make sure your pet stays indoors, separate from yard work.

Plants and Fungi

Fungi and other toxic plants are seasonal fall plants and are found in the wild during this time. Your furry friend can succumb to toxicity if any of the parts (leaves, stem or flower) are ingested by them. Mushrooms are found wild in yards. Although most wild mushrooms are non-toxic, there are some that are highly toxic and, when ingested, cause sticky situations.

Therefore, try to remove unwanted plants and fungi from your garden and prevent your pet from moving around the garden until you remove it.

Rodenticide Mortality

Cold temperatures push rodents out of their shells in search of shelter from the cold in their homes. People mainly use rodenticides to kill these creatures and keep them away from their homes. However, sometimes your dog or cat is likely to feast on these chemicals and could find themselves in serious danger. Rodenticides cause critical conditions such as hemorrhaging, uncontrollable bleeding, and blood in vomit.

If you suspect that your cat or dog has ingested rodenticides and find any toxicity, immediately contact your veterinarian or poison control center for immediate help.

Before your dog or cat falls into any of the dangers of the fall season, make sure you take all care and take precautions to avoid any unfaithful circumstances.