Summer is here, that means plenty of outdoor activities including barbecuing, grilling and eating. Most pets also love to spend time outdoors. Are you intending to make your dog to be a part of the festivities? But you must know that there are so many things out that can be dangerous to him and even the food items are not good for your furry pal. To know how to protect and keep him safe from summer cookouts, here are the following tips for his safety: Keep Your Dog Safe At Summer Cookouts Do Not Serve The People Food: Let all the guests know that your dog should not be fed the people food or any table scrap to your dog. The cookouts and barbecues consist more of fatty or spicy food which may trigger stomach upset, diarrhea, and even pancreatitis. Other foods such as onions, garlic, chocolate, grapes, etc can lead to other serious health problems for your pet. Ask not to give the cooked bones to your dog, instead throw it in the trash. Cooked bones can be dangerous to the doggy as they may splinter or get choked while chewing and may lead to broken teeth, mouth injuries or intestinal perforation. Keep Away From The Hot Grill: Pets may try to jump on the hot grill because of the irresistible aroma of grilling meat. This can be dangerous, as they may be seriously burned or knock over the grill causing a fire. You can keep your pet indoors to avoid grill related accidents or in the secured area away from the grill. You can even ask your friends or family to play with the dog to keep him distracted from the grill. Keep Out Of Your Dog Reach: Keep the things away from the dogs reach like lighter fluid, matchbox, cleaning brushes of grill, etc. The lighter fluid can be irritating to the skin and if consumed he may cause stomach upset, breathing and nervous system problems. The match sticks contain chemicals which can cause vomiting, diarrhea, tremors, kidney failure and liver damage. The cleaning brushes of grill include metal bristles which break or cut the pet's mouth, throat, stomach and intestines. Clean All The Stuff Quickly: The uneaten food on the plates and bowls can be irresistible to pets. So, it is necessary that you clean up all the vessels, and kebab skewers quickly. Wrap the leftovers in a foil or plastic and throw it in the trash. Remember to cover the garbage bin to reduce pet scavenging. Hope these tips will help you keep your pooch safe and happy while enjoying cookout and grilling with friends and family this summer!
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