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For many dogs, summer means living their best life—splashes in the water, long walks, and plenty of time outside. For their ears, though, it can be a bit of a perfect storm. At MarketPlace Veterinary Hospital in El Dorado Hills, CA, we often see more ear infections this time of year, and it’s not just a coincidence.

As temperatures rise, you may notice your dog heading to the water bowl more often. In many cases, that’s completely normal. But when does increased thirst cross the line into something worth a closer look? 

At Marketplace Veterinary Hospital in El Dorado Hills, CA, we often hear from pet owners who are unsure whether their dog’s summer drinking habits are expected or a sign of an underlying issue. Understanding the difference can help you feel more confident in caring for your pet.

Many dogs love summer and all that it brings. Unfortunately, they can’t always tell us when they’ve had too much. This means we need to be very observant to keep them safe and comfortable in the summer sun. In an effort to promote safety and comfort all summer long, owners of sun-loving dogs can rely on us for guidance and tips: 

With average temperatures ranging from the high 70s to the high 80s, many people might not realize that even a Northern California summer can quickly become too hot for an animal. It’s dry and dusty outside, which exacerbates the problem. Before you spend all your time outside with your furry friend, MarketPlace Veterinary Hospital wants you to consider these summer pet safety tips:

How Hot Is Too Hot for My Pet?

Summers in California can be sizzling, and for some dogs, high temperatures can trigger more than heavy panting—they can bring about worrisome neurologic events. 

The combination of excessive heat, high humidity, and physical exertion can cause overheating seizures in dogs, particularly for pets with pre-existing epilepsy. 

In this blog, our team at Marketplace Veterinary Hospital helps pet parents understand canine epilepsy summer triggers and what to do when they witness dog seizures in heat. 

It’s warm and sunny out—pawsitively delightful for dogs and humans alike. But if you’re planning to take Fido out for a midday walk, you might need to rethink a danger that’s hidden in plain sight: hot pavement.

High temperatures and direct sunshine can bake both sidewalk pavement and asphalt to an unsafe degree. Today, the team at MarketPlace Veterinary Hospital will share what dog parents need to know about keeping their pals’ paws safe in the summer.

As pet owners, protecting pets from accidents and injuries comes with the territory. If you have a swimming pool, ensuring a safe environment for your furry friends needs to be a number one priority. 

Pets, especially dogs, are naturally curious creatures who may be attracted to the water. While some pets can swim well, others may struggle or panic in the water. Even strong swimmers can become exhausted quickly if they fall in unexpectedly or struggle to find a way out. In this blog, our caring team at Marketplace Veterinary Hospital shares 10 tips for keeping pets safe around swimming pools.

Fall is the season for change in so many ways! But what you do in the autumn for flea and tick prevention for pets is really the same as what you do in the spring and summer.

Because we aren’t in an area that experiences an entire season of hard freeze in the fall or winter, the chance of encountering fleas and ticks in the environment is always there. Plus, even when it’s chilly outside, they may want to join us in our warm homes–ick!

If your holiday plans this year include fireworks, be sure that your July 4th pet safety skills are polished. Not all pets love the big bangs, but MarketPlace Veterinary Hospital can help you comfort your pet during fireworks and other loud noises of the holiday.

Between rolling foothills in the West and rugged peaks of the High Sierra in the East, there’s no shortage of amazing views in El Dorado County. With the Lake Tahoe Basin right out our backdoors and the desolate beauty of the Eldorado National Forest at our fingertips, most dogs (and their humans) are excited to explore this natural playground. It’s time to take your dog hiking in the El Dorado Hills, and we can help you prepare for a truly memorable day trip.