{"id":44234,"date":"2025-11-28T11:36:51","date_gmt":"2025-11-28T10:36:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dermoscent.com\/nos-conseils\/alerte-aux-petits-bobos-de-lete-chez-vos-chiens-et-chats\/"},"modified":"2026-06-16T10:52:52","modified_gmt":"2026-06-16T08:52:52","slug":"warning-on-minor-ailments-for-your-dogs-and-cats-in-summer","status":"publish","type":"nos-conseils","link":"https:\/\/dermoscent.com\/en\/our-advice\/warning-on-minor-ailments-for-your-dogs-and-cats-in-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"Warning on \u201cminor ailments\u201d for your dogs and cats in summer"},"content":{"rendered":"
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On holidays, we let down our guard a little. However, in an unfamiliar environment, dogs and cats need a little more supervision to prevent \u201choliday\u201d from becoming a byword for \u201cemergency\u201d! Here is an overview of the risks to which our 4-legged friends may be exposed to while they are at the beach, in the mountains or in the countryside\u2026<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Superficial wounds<\/h2>\n

Although not limited to only the summer season,\u00a0scratches\u00a0<\/strong>and\u00a0scrapes\u00a0<\/strong>are always a potential\u00a0risk while<\/strong>\u00a0playing or walking.\u00a0Foreign bodies<\/strong>\u00a0(grass awns, splinters, etc.) can also be a source of\u00a0injury for your pets<\/strong>. Always have an antiseptic (ex: Chlorhexidine), a wound healing care, a dressing kit (pads, crepe tape, surgical tape or Elastoplast) and tweezers on hand within easy reach!<\/p>\n

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Paw pad irritation<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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After a walk, your pet may have\u00a0overheated paw pads<\/strong>\u00a0or microcuts, which require an application of a\u00a0balm\u00a0<\/strong>that both\u00a0soothes and promotes healing<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

At the beach, hot sand and salt may\u00a0irritate or even burn the paw pads<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0and interdigital areas. Rinsing with fresh cool water is recommended, particularly between the toes. Remember to thoroughly dry with a towel to prevent trapped moisture and apply a\u00a0repairing balm<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Skin irritation<\/h2>\n
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Sand and seawater (and occasionally even fresh water) can also\u00a0irritate sensitive<\/strong>\u00a0or\u00a0allergy-prone skin<\/strong><\/a>, especially in certain breeds (french bulldog, westie, etc.). Bathing with a\u00a0specific soothing shampoo<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0may help relieving your pet.<\/p>\n

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Sunburn<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Although generally protected by their dense coat, our pets can nonetheless become victims of\u00a0sunburns on hairless areas<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0(nose, ears, etc.). Apply a\u00a0sun cream<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0on these sensitive areas before going out. In case of sunburns, a\u00a0repairing hydrating cream<\/strong>\u00a0will soothe the skin.<\/p>\n

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Heatstroke<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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This is one of the major\u00a0EMERGENCIES during the summer<\/strong>. Heatstroke occurs in pets that remain in a\u00a0confined, hot<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0badly ventilated space<\/strong>\u00a0(often a car, sometimes a porch, etc.) during the hottest hours of the day. Sunstroke may also occur during prolonged exposure to sunlight. In both cases, your animal\u00a0breathes abnormally<\/strong>\u00a0fast and\u00a0is agitated<\/strong>\u00a0or conversely, seems\u00a0despondent, unsteady<\/strong>, etc. She\/he must be immediately taken to a cool place, made to drink if possible,\u00a0wrapped in a towel soaked<\/strong>\u00a0in cold water and then quickly brought to the veterinarian<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Parasites and other insects…<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Fleas, ticks, flies and mosquitoes are\u00a0insects<\/strong>\u00a0which are a source of real danger for pets. Indeed, some are vectors of\u00a0serious diseases<\/strong>\u00a0(piroplasmosis and Lyme disease [ticks], leishmaniasis [mosquitoes], etc.). Protecting your pets with\u00a0appropriate anti-parasitics<\/strong>\u00a0and repellent care. Ask your vet for advice!<\/p>\n

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Envenomation from stings, bites, contacts, etc.<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Summer is also the favourite season of\u00a0wasps, hornets, snakes, jellyfish<\/strong>\u00a0and other venomous animals\u2026 In the event of contact with any of these,\u00a0bring your pet to a veterinarian<\/strong>\u00a0as quickly as possible!<\/p>\n

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Dr. Isabelle Mennecier,\u00a0veterinarian<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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