Ayurveda expert’s advise on dos and don’ts for pets during summer season

Summer season is here and the hot weather could be troublesome for your furry friends keeping in mind the chances of your dog getting infected by fleas and ticks are more. The extreme heat can also lead to heatstroke and sunburn in pets while dehydration remains a constant worry during the season.

In an interview with HT Digital, Ayurveda expert Kamakshi Kumar, Founder, Petveda shared dos and don’ts for pets during the hot weather.

1. Herbs

“Herbs like Ashwagandha, Spirulina, Guduchi, Giloi, Alma and Haldi can be beneficial in strengthening the immune system and provide multiple additional benefits,” says the Ayurveda expert.

“Adding natural health supplements rich in amla, tulsi, shatavari (Asparagus) can help maintain weight and make the pet feel energetic,” she adds.

2. Summer Foods and Excercise

“Fruits and probiotics like watermelon, coconut water, yogurt and cucumber make ideal summer foods,” says Kamakshi Kumar.

Also make sure to keep clean water for the pet to drink at all times as dehydration is a concern during summers.

“Every pet desires an active lifestyle. During summers, a parent should make sure that their pet gets the desired exercise by taking them them for long walks and runs early morning or later in the evening when the sun is not shining bright,” says the expert.

3. Grooming

“Grooming is extremely important and a parent should take care to bathe their pet at least once in 10-15 days. Also, care should be taken to use pet friendly grooming products that are non-toxic, mild and specially formulated for use on pets,” says the expert.