Think the Heat’s Over? Wrong—The Real Traps Start in the Seasonal Shift
Think summer’s gone so you can forget about hot spots, fleas, ticks, or that avalanche of shedding? Think cooler nights mean easier walks and less care? Wrong! The summer-to-fall transition is when dogs are most fragile: day-night swings stiffen joints, lingering humidity plus new dryness attack the skin, and autumn fruits and cold drafts target the gut and immunity. Ignore these, and you’ll get shedding, dandruff, diarrhea, ear infections, stiff joints—all at once.
1) Shedding Storm: Skin Barrier Double Attack
Shedding season = fur everywhere. Lingering humidity keeps hot spots alive; fall dryness piles on dandruff.
Tips: Brush daily (slicker for short coats, comb + detangle spray for long coats). Add Omega-3/6 to cut inflammation and support skin.
2) Joint Alarm: Chilly Drafts Hit Harder Than You Think
Big temp swings stiffen dogs with arthritis/hip dysplasia. Cold floors at night worsen joint stress.
Tips: Use warm padded bedding, stop long floor lounging, consider glucosamine + chondroitin + calcium supplements.
3) Gut Red Flags: Ice Treats + Fall Fruits = Traps
Carrying summer’s ice water/treats into fall → diarrhea or vomiting. Fall fruits tempt sharing, but grapes, persimmons, pear seeds = toxic.
Tips: Keep diet steady, gentle; no raw-cold or unsafe fruits. Add pumpkin/sweet potato for gut balance.
4) Skin + Allergies: Bugs Linger, Pollen Joins
Fleas/ticks still around; fall pollen/dust mites add more. Constant ear-scratching or paw-licking may = allergies.
Tips: Keep preventives going into winter. During baths, check ears/paws for redness. Persistent scratching? Vet visit.
5) Exercise & Immunity: Don’t Be Fooled by Cool Weather
Cool fall days = longer walks, but dawn drafts and damp nights chill puppies/toy breeds. Vaccines/check-ups matter most in seasonal shifts.
Tips: Extend exercise, but skip windy mornings/damp nights. Watch for sneezing, eye-watering, lethargy. Keep vaccines & preventives up to date.
Final Tips
Seasonal shifts look comfy but are health traps. Remember five moves: brush, warm joints, steady diet, block parasites, protect immunity. See persistent rashes, limping, repeated diarrhea? Don’t wait—call your vet.
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