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Did you know it is against the law to abandon an animal? The New York State Agriculture & Markets Law, Article 26, Section 355 states: "Abandonment of animals. A person, being the owner or possessor, or having charge or custody of an animal, who abandons such animal, or leaves it to die in a street, road or public place, or who allows such animal, if it becomes disabled, to lie in a public street, road or public place more than three hours after he receives notice that it is left disabled, is guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by imprisonment for not more than one year, or by a fine of not more than one thousand dollars, or by both."
Having a pet can cost you over $1,000 or more in the first year, and well over $500 each additional year. Depending on the food you buy and your actual medical expenses, the costs could be much higher. Furthermore, these tables are not inclusive. If you travel, tack on pet sitting or kennel services, and if you rent an apartment, expect to pay a sometimes no refundable pet deposit or cleaning fee, if your landlord allows animals at all.Take into account having pet health insurance, which many pet owners do not. If your animal gets sick and you do not have insurance, vet bills can quickly escalate into the thousands of dollars. Without it though, having pets is another big reason to have an emergency fund of at least several thousands dollars.
Caring for any pet is a HUGE RESPONSIBILITY! ONE NOT TO BE TAKEN LIGHTLY.
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Pet Emergencies Increase During Cold Weather but Can Be Prevented by Following These Guidelines
During the cold weather months, veterinarians and animal hospitals around the country see an increasing number of pet emergencies brought on by the harsh weather. However, these emergencies could have been prevented if pet owners were aware of preventive measures that could be taken to protect their dogs and cats from the outdoor elements.
"The winter months bring numerous hazards for your pet. Besides the harm that cold temperatures can cause to dogs and cats, a growing number of emergencies related to cold weather related products, such as antifreeze, coolants and ice melts.
Antifreeze is sweet tasting and a small amount kills. Any suspected antifreeze ingestion should be tested and treated as an emergency. Ice melt is also unsafe for pets. Ice melt products can be toxic if enough is ingested.
To minimize pet emergencies from cold weather and cold weather related products, JABMHS offers these tips:
- Keep your cat inside. In the cold outdoors, cats are at risk for freezing to death.
- Cats seek shelter in places that provide protection from the elements, including car engines. Before starting your car, loudly bang on its hood to give any outdoor cat who may be sleeping there a chance to escape. Cats can be injured or killed by the fan belt if they are under the hood of a car.
- Keep your dog leashed on snow or ice, especially during a snowstorm, and be sure I.D. tags are on. Dogs can lose their scent and easily become lost.
- Wipe your pet's legs and stomach thoroughly after coming in from snow, sleet, or ice. Cats and dogs, in particular, can ingest salt, antifreeze, or other chemicals while licking their paws. In addition, paw pads may also bleed from snow or encrusted ice.
- If you have a short-haired dog, consider a coat or sweater with a high collar or turtleneck that covers the dog from the base of the tail on top to the belly underneath.
- Never leave your dog or cat alone in the car during cold weather. Since a car holds in the cold, your pet can freeze to death.
- If your dog is sensitive to the cold due to age, illness, or breed type, take him outdoors only to relieve himself.
- Puppies are not as tolerant to the cold as adult dogs. If you're trying to housebreak your puppy during the winter, it may be best to paper train inside if he appears to be sensitive to the weather.
- If your dog spends a lot of time engaged in outdoor activities, increase his supply of food, particularly protein, to keep his fur thick and healthy.
- Antifreeze and coolant are lethal for dogs and cats. If antifreeze or coolant leaks or spills from your vehicle, be sure to clean it up thoroughly. As an alternative, pet owners should consider using products that contain propylene glycol rather than ethylene glycol.
- During the winter, leave your dog's coat longer for more warmth.
- When you bathe your dog, be sure to completely dry him before taking him out for a walk on cold days.
- When outdoors with your pet, be aware of signs that signify they are having problems with the cold. These include shivering, whining, appearing anxious, seeking out warm places and moving slow or not at all.
- Keep alert for signs of frostbite. If you see ice crystals forming on your pet's ears, paws, or tail, bring the animals indoors and soak these areas in warm water for about 20 minutes or until the ice crystals melt. Then wrap your pet in warm blankets and call your veterinarian. The doctor will access the damage of the frostbite and arrange for appropriate treatment.
- If your dog or cat has been outside in the cold for a long period of time, keep an eye on them for hypothermia. Notable signs include shivering, lethargy and weakness. If any of these signs occur, wrap your pet in warm blankets and get to the veterinarian or animal hospital immediately.
- Provide your pet with a warm place to sleep away from all drafts and the cold floor. Some options are a dog or cat bed with a warm blanket or pillow in it.
- Remember if you're feeling the extreme cold all bundled up, so is your pet. However, they don't have the luxury of a winter coat, wool hat, scarf, mittens, and ear muffs, so try to keep your pet inside as much as you can on frigid days.
