Keep Your Pet Safe at Summertime Barbecues and Parties With These Tips From a Veterinarian
Keep these tips in your back pocket all summer long ☀️
The weather is warmer, the sun sets later, and we're looking for any excuse to catch a few extra rays. It's summertime and with that comes late-night barbecues, daytime canned cocktails by the pool and lots of activities, like Fourth of July. Backyard barbecues are a great place for family and friends to gather. Who doesn't love a cookout with a full spread of your summertime favorites, sparklers that light up the sky, and the thrill of fireworks? Your dog may raise his paw on the question.
No worries, because we've teamed up with veterinarian Dr. Tricia Earley to get the inside scoop on the top dos and don'ts when planning to have some fun under the summer sun with your four-legged friend. You can consider Dr. Earley Country Living's resident veterinarian who helps us separate fur facts from fiction. After all, we want to make sure our guests enjoy some delicious BBQ, not the pets. As cute as those puppy dog eyes are, you may be surprised to learn that some of our favorite grilling recipes and summertime snacks are toxic to our furry friends. Following these key safety tips for your pet will allow everyone to enjoy the warm weather festivities without incident.
Chaise Sanders is an Associate Editor at Cosmopolitan, where she covers anything from lifestyle and beauty to entertainment and style. Wanna upgrade your skincare game? She's got you covered with the best facial cleansing brushes. Or maybe you're in need of a new true crime show to binge? Got that covered too! Prior to joining the Cosmo team, Chaise was an editor at Country Living (also part of the Hearst fam) where she interviewed celebs like Dolly Parton, LeAnn Rimes and even Martha Stewart. Now, as one of the Big Apple's newest residents, there's a good chance that you can catch her checking out an Insta-worthy cafe or spending way to much $$$ in vintage stores.
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