Planned Pethood Non-Profit Veterinary Clinic www.plannedpethoodpasco.org We go the extra mile to put your pet at ease and provide the exceptional care you both deserve. 813-779-7000 • Spay • Neuter • Dentals • Heartworm Treatment • Surgeries by Appointment • Vaccination and Walk In Wellness • Clinics Mon-Sat 9:30am - 2:30pm Grooming Services Available 37815 State Road 54 | Zephyrhills, FL 33542 Mon.-Sat. 8am-5pm | Call for appointments Boating with Dogs enjoy taking your best friends out on your boat, especially if some of your best friends happen to have four legs and Keep plenty of fresh drinking water available. Dehydra- Make sure your dog has a place to escape the sun. Dogs Avoid Zinc Protect their feet—dogs absorb heat through the pads on their feet and boat surfaces can get very hot in the sun. boat decks and pavement can easily burn them. . With the dog on leash, lead it all over the boat so that it to ease the stress of being stuck in a new space. Walk your dog so he can relieve himself before boarding; if the boat surface allows, you may wish to train him to go , to let your dog get used to the boat movement. Don’t assume that your dog will love - to acclimate. Just because it is nervous or scared on its be that way. With a kind and gradual approach, your dog Life Jackets For Dogs not all dogs can swim and those that can aren’t all great swimmers. - ly, water or weather con- cause problems, even for a pet that is typically a strong swimmer. Any dog can such as hip or joint problems, can also make swimming easier. check to see where straps and buckles fall to make sure they won’t cause your pet any discomfort. choose a bright color to make it easier to spot your July 2017 Community Magazine 21
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