Foxtails and Grass Awns: A Hidden Summer Hazard for Bowness and Calgary Pets

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Foxtails, also called grass awns, are barbed plant seeds that dry out in summer and can burrow into a pet’s paws, ears, eyes, nose, and skin. In Bowness and across NW Calgary, they hide in dry grassy areas along trails a

Summer Safety for Dogs and Cats: A Bowness Vet’s Guide for Calgary Pet Owners

Quick answer: To keep your dog or cat safe in a Calgary summer, never leave them in a parked car, provide shade and fresh water, and avoid walks during the hottest part of the day. Keep parasite prevention current, protect paws from hot pavement, and learn the signs of overheating. If your pet shows heat… Continue reading Summer Safety for Dogs and Cats: A Bowness Vet’s Guide for Calgary Pet Owners