05/30/2026
๐พ๐พ Foxtail Season Is Here โ Protect Your Pets!๐พ๐พ
Foxtails may look harmless, but these grass awns can migrate into your petโs nose, eyes, mouth, skin, and paws, causing painful infections and sometimes requiring surgical removal.
โ ๏ธ Watch for:
โข Sneezing or nasal discharge
โข Squinting, redness, or eye irritation
โข Excessive licking of paws
โข Swelling, redness, or draining tracts on the skin
โข Drooling or mouth discomfort
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Check your pet after every walk, hike, or outdoor adventure.
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Inspect paws, ears, eyes, and coat carefully.
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Contact your veterinarian if you notice any concerning signs.
Early detection can prevent serious complications and keep your pet safe all season long.
๐ Dry Creek Veterinary Center
๐ถ Keeping pets healthy, happy, and foxtail-free!