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Top 5 reasons why your dog needs sunscreen

Posted July 11, 2020

 

 
Westie wears sunglasses on the beach. Your dog needs sunscreen if he has light-colored hair or nose, if he spends a lot of time outdoors, or if he has any bald spots.
Your dog needs sunscreen if he has light-colored hair or nose, if he spends a lot of time outdoors, or if he has any bald spots.

Just like humans, dogs are susceptible to the sun’s harmful rays and can experience sunburns, rashes, and sun allergies. From prickling sensation and itching to the dangers of skin cancer, pets too are vulnerable to these skin conditions when they are exposed to intense sun rays. Thus, your dog needs sunscreen to be protected against these harmful rays.

And, if you thought your pet does not require any sun protection, then discover the most common reasons why your dog needs sunscreen.

Short hair

Some dogs have naturally short hair and if your dog does and loves to enjoy beach parties or basking under the sun, then you should consider using sunscreen to protect your dog.

If you shave your dog’s coat in the summer, then you definitely need to pay attention to protecting your pup by considering how much time your dog spends under the sun. You might not be aware of the fact that short-haired dogs have a higher tendency to get sunburns compared to their more furry counterparts.         

Light-colored nose

If your dog has a light-colored nose, then you need to consider protecting that nose from the sun’s harmful rays. Using a nose balm provides that light-colored nose extra protection. 

Bald spot

Has your dog undergone any surgery, is he bald or have a bare belly? If the answer to any of these is “YES,” your dog will definitely need sunscreen.

When your dog stays under the sun for more than 15 minutes, never miss applying a layer of pet sunscreen to prevent sunburn.

Spending time outside

Does your dog love to spend most of the time outdoors, does he enjoy spending the whole day on the beach, hiking the trails, roaming in the woods, splashing in the pool, or kayaking?

If so, your dog needs sunscreen. Never leave him outside uncovered for long periods.

A white coat

Is your dog as white as a snow or have a light-colored coat? Then, using sunscreen is a must. Normally, light-colored hair dogs are highly susceptible to skin conditions due to sun exposure. Thus, use sunscreen regularly on your furry pal and never skip covering them when outdoors.  

Sunscreen safety

Sunscreen plays a natural part in protecting your furry companion against the vagaries of sun-related skin conditions. However, there is always the question about how safe sunscreens for your pet.

From a few selected and clinically proven sunscreens that have been recommended by vet and animal health communities. Options to consider include a nose balm, sunscreen spray, or wipes. 

Jamie Hytten is a Birmingham-based content writer who has vast experience writing content regarding pets and their healthcare. He has ghostwritten for many top pet care sites over the past decade. Apart from writing, he loves spending time with his family and pet dogs.

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