Avoid Standing Water

Katie Virtue
Mar 23
1 min read

Spring melt and rain create lots of bacteria-filled ponds, puddles, mud pits, and stagnant water. Allowing our pets to drink and play in water or mud during spring runoff season puts them at risk for parasites, harmful bacteria, and diseases such as:

Leptospirosis
Blue-Green Algae infection
Kennel Cough
Giardia
Poisoning from contaminants such as pesticides, fertilizer, or antifreeze
And more

Avoid standing water, and always carry fresh drinking water for your dog.

Discuss the Leptospirosis vaccine with your veterinarian.

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