KEEP YOUR COMPANION ANIMALS SAFE DURING MOSQUITO SPRAYING FOR WEST NILE VIRUS

As more cases of illnesses associated with the West Nile virus are diagnosed in humans and equines, communities have begun to step up their control programs with the spray application of pesticides. To limit your pet's exposure to these chemicals when your area is being sprayed, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) and the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) offer the following tips:

Know when pesticides will be sprayed in your community, so you'll be able to keep pets indoors during these times. Note that elderly or debilitated animals--particularly those with heart disease or asthma--may be more sensitive to airborne pesticides and chemicals.

Close windows and turn off window-unit air conditioners while spraying is taking place.

Bring pet dishes and toys inside. If any items have been accidentally exposed to the spray, wash them well with soap and water.

If you have an outdoor fishpond, be sure to cover it when your community is being sprayed. Your piscine pets can be very sensitive to certain pesticides.

If you suspect that your pet is experiencing difficulties as a result of exposure to pesticides, contact your veterinarian immediately.

For more information about West Nile virus, visit the AVMA's website. Tips on pet poison prevention can be found at APCC online.

Source: ASPCA Literature

BUG OFF!

That's what you'll be able to do this summer with two fabulous new products in Animal Antics at the Wisconsin Humane Society.  Cedar Creek Soaps - a company that creates all natural body products - has two products that ward off mosquitoes, gnats and fleas with no harmful side effects to humans or pets. Most insects that bother us in the summer are those who want "a taste." If we don't taste like something that they like, they will most likely fly by looking for a better tasting dinner. These 100% natural bug repelling products contain the essential oils that are famous for warding off the little pests; clove, citronella, lavender and rosemary. These products do not contain eucalyptus oil due to its harmful effects on children, pets and people with asthma. Many national parks order these and the Everglades ordered 50,000 this year! So stop in Animal Antics today and pick up a bottle of Bug Off
Oil and a tin of Anti-Mosquito Soap for you and your furry friends!