{"id":91,"date":"2022-07-07T13:51:03","date_gmt":"2022-07-07T20:51:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.skycanyonanimalhospital.com\/blog\/?p=91"},"modified":"2022-07-07T13:51:03","modified_gmt":"2022-07-07T20:51:03","slug":"how-to-keep-your-pet-safe-from-wildlife-encounters","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.skycanyonanimalhospital.com\/blog\/how-to-keep-your-pet-safe-from-wildlife-encounters\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Keep Your Pet Safe From Wildlife Encounters"},"content":{"rendered":"
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What do bobcats, mountain lions, and coyotes have in common? Aside from being apex predators, they live in relatively close proximity to human developments. Since we are the ones encroaching on their known habitats, sightings and encounters are becoming more common. To keep your pet safe from wildlife, it is critical to know what to do if you ever cross paths with dangerous predators. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Shrinking Boundaries<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Suburban sprawl takes our neighborhoods right up to the foothills. With shrinking natural habitats and easily traversed roadways, the likelihood of surprising encounters has skyrocketed in recent years. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Various wildlife can carry and spread infectious diseases, including rabies and leptospirosis, and parasites, such as ticks, fleas, and worms. It is more imperative than ever to have your pet fully vaccinated<\/a> and up-to-date with their year-round parasite prevention medication<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since rattlesnake bites have increased, it may be worthwhile to consider the rattlesnake vaccine<\/a> for your pet if their lifestyle warrants it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Safety First<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Keeping in mind that most wildlife encounters happen accidentally. Wild animals are usually just as surprised (if not more so) to run into you or your pet. That being said, they may act defensively to protect themselves or their young. To keep your pet safe from wildlife encounters, try to follow these safety tips when out and about with your pet:<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n