Lluvias en distintas zonas del país durante la primavera dan la sensación de que los días cálidos se han hecho esperar, lo que requiere atención en perros y gatos.
The changing climate aligns with a National Preventive Early Alert for extreme heat declared by SENAPRED and active through March 31, 2027, according to information released by CONAF.
Environmental allergens like tree and grass pollens frequently trigger dermatological reactions in sensitive animals. Affected dogs and cats often display pruritus, localized skin erythema, or excessive licking of the paws and flanks.
“Si una mascota comienza a rascarse de manera persistente, presenta enrojecimiento de la piel, picazón persistente, lamido excesivo o infecciones de piel u oídos lo recomendable es consultar con un médico veterinario. Las alergias pueden tener distintos orígenes y es importante determinar la causa antes de iniciar cualquier tratamiento,” Carolina Ruiz, médica veterinaria de SuperZoo, explained.
- Parasite Prevention: Fleas and ticks thrive in humid, damp conditions, making year-round protection essential regardless of outdoor temperature.
- Coat Management: Regular brushing removes dead winter undercoats while allowing owners to spot hidden skin lesions or parasites early.
Spring warmth accelerates the natural shedding process as dogs and cats lose their heavy winter coats indoors. Regular grooming sessions remove loose hair and give owners an unobstructed view of the underlying epidermis for any hidden wounds or parasites.
Fleas and ticks present persistent risks during damp, humid weeks because moisture aids their biological development cycles. Veterinarians advise maintaining scheduled parasite prevention treatments and thoroughly checking animal fur after walks through grassy areas.
Preventative steps also include wiping down animal coats with damp cloths after outdoor excursions to physically remove trapped pollen grains.
Gradual adjustments to daily exercise routines, combined with constant access to fresh drinking water and shade, help protect vulnerable animals as warmer weather approaches.
“Con la llegada de días más cálidos podemos aprovechar de aumentar los paseos y las actividades, pero siempre de manera progresiva y procurando que tengan acceso permanente a agua fresca y lugares donde descansar. También es importante evitar las horas de mayor temperatura, especialmente en animales mayores, con sobrepeso o con condiciones de salud preexistentes,” Ruiz explained.
- CONAF and SENAPRED national preventive alert notices regarding extreme heat conditions.
