Certain areas of the country contain more hazardous critters than others. Some of these critters present a hazard to both you and your pet. Here are some of the critters that you should be aware of that can make your pet sick.
4 Nasty Critters that Can Make Your Pets Extremely Sick
Watch for Rodents
Rodents are often seen more as a nuisance item for your household. You may not think that they can cause your pets any harm. Some companies, like Permatreat Pest & Termite Control, know that rodents carry fleas and types of diseases. Fleas are known carriers of disease for your pets. Another hazard that can come from a mouse is its droppings. Your pets can't get hantavirus themselves. The problem is that they may bring an infected rodent into your house that can make you sick. Use a pest control company to abate any rodent problem that you notice in your home.
Raccoons Can Be Aggressive
Thousands of pets each year are injured by raccoons. The raccoon may simply by defending its territory or babies from your pet. Another reason for a raccoon attacking your pet is because it's infected with rabies. The rabies virus will make animals act in a more aggressive manner than they would have otherwise. If your pet hasn't had the rabies vaccine, it can be deadly for them. Many cats aren't routinely vaccinated against the rabies virus.
Poisonous Spiders
In many regions, there are a variety of poisonous spiders. These spiders pose a health risk to you as well as your pet. Since your pet is smaller than you, it may not take them as long for the poison to start acting on their system. Cats are extremely sensitive to the venom of a black widow spider in particular. It can cause muscle paralysis if it is left untreated. Another side effect to the venom if that it can cause the tissue surrounding the bite to become infected.
Bees Can Sting
Your pets can be stung by bees just like you. Most pets won't have a fatal reaction to the venom. In rare instances, your pet can go into anaphylactic shock from the sting. The more common reaction is to have swelling at the site of the sting. Some types of bees are more aggressive. If your pet is stung multiple times, this can cause them to become very ill. Seek medical attention if your pet has been stung multiple times, or is having trouble breathing.
Thousands of pets each year are rushed to the vet due to some of these critters making them sick. Protect your pets the same way that you would yourself.
Calvin says
Got to steer clear of all these nasties
Nichole says
My pets are like my children! I protect them the same way I protect my daughter! Thanks for the tips!
Mia says
I am surprised to learn that most cats aren't routinely vaccinated for rabies. It seems like an easy thing to do to keep them from getting ill.
Linda Manns Linneman says
We love our fur babies. I wouldn't want anything to make them sick. Great article. Thank you so much for sharing
Emeryl says
Raccoons have been wandering around our area but we're not allowed to trap or move them here. We have to hire licensed people to do it if we want to get rid of them. It's such a hassle!
Amy D says
I actually never thought that a bee would sting anything but a person. Here in my neighborhood in central Florida, we have to worry about bears while walking dogs. Several dogs have provoked bear attacks.
Sarah L says
Sometimes it seems like everything is out to get our pets. Rabies vaccines are a must.
Angie Green says
Great advise. Thank you.
Jackie says
I’ve had rats last years and I was so worried for my baby boy.
Rochelle Haynes says
Thanks for the tips nice to know
Helen says
Don't forget about snakes. When we had to take our puppy to the emergency vet, there was a couple who had to rush their dog in. His face was swollen from where a snake bit him. They said he was digging in the bushes and came back in with blood on his face, and they had to throw him in the car and rush him to the emergency vet. It was scary.
Dana Rodriguez says
We have all of these where we live because we live in a wooded area. Great reminder!
April Monty says
These are some grest tops for wstvhing out for furry friends