New York City Emergency Management advised wiping your pet’s muzzle, feet and coat with a damp cloth after being outside.Įven pets kept indoors can be affected by the air quality outside, Bell said, so make sure you have proper ventilation in your home.
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How to minimize the health risks of wildfire smoke People walk along a pier in Transmitter Park as the Manhattan skyline is shrouded in smoke from Canada wildfires on June 6. “That might be early in the morning before the air quality changes with settling of moisture.” If you must take pets outside, do so when air quality is best, Bell said. Animals also can experience difficulty breathing, asthma-like symptoms and bronchitis. Jessica Bell, an assistant professor in the college of veterinary medicine at Washington State University. “That can help.”Īvoiding strenuous activity is important for pets as well since they can’t breathe as deeply as humans, said Dr. “If you can, just walk a little bit more slowly so you’re not breathing as deeply,” he added. Peter DeCarlo, an associate professor in the department of environmental health and engineering at Johns Hopkins University. You also shouldn’t run with your dog outdoors, said Dr. Doing so can help minimize their exposure to harmful pollutants and allergens, Fadl said. Reduce the time your pets spend outdoors as much as possible, especially during periods of unhealthy air quality. To ensure pets’ well-being, Fadl advised considering the following precautions. “Exposure to polluted air can have a profound impact on our pets’ health, leading to respiratory issues, allergies, and even exacerbating existing conditions such as asthma,” Fadl said. A person walks dogs along the Brooklyn promenade June 7 as the Manhattan skyline is shrouded in wildfire smoke.
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