KEEP YOUR PETS DISEASE-FREE!

Ark Crew • August 1, 2021
A poster that says keep your pets disease free

5 WAYS TO KEEP YOUR PET DISEASE-FREE

Many diseases can spread to people from pets. With such a focus on COVID and self-prevention, we must always keep our near and dear furry friends in mind. Here are five ways to decrease the risk of disease transmission at home. A happy and healthy family and pet is a happy life!


1) Wash your hands


2) Be mindful of sanitization after direct contact


3) Use antibiotics as directed


4) Get coughing pets checked out as soon as possible


5) Talk to your veterinarian about further preventing disease spread

WASH YOUR HANDS

A sign that says wash your hands it sounds like a no-brainer but handwashing is vital in preventing the disease from spreading

PET CONTACT

A sign that says pet contact thoroughly wash or sanitize your hands after handling pet food or treats

ANTIBIOTIC USAGE

Use antibiotics appropriately if you stop veterinarian prescribed treatment before directed

COUGH CHECK

Coughing is not normal for dogs or cats coughing dogs could be suffering canine influenza heart failure or heartworm disease

PREVENT

A poster that says preventive measures on it

FOLLOW THESE 5 PREVENTIVE STEPS TO KEEP YOU AND YOUR LOVED ONES HEALTHY & HAPPY! - THE ARK CREW

Source: American Animal Hospital Association