🌧️ Rainy Season Risks for Addis Dogs
1. Lepto-Proof Your Walks
Danger: Floodwater carries leptospirosis bacteria from rats
Solution:
- Wash paws after walks
- Vaccinate (Ask about our Lepto+Rabies combo shot)
2. Flea/Tick Explosion
Hotspot: Bole’s grassy areas become parasite havens
Emergency Fix:
- Use vet-approved spot-on treatments (Avoid cheap market products)
- Check ears/paws daily
3. Chilling Dangers
Local Concern: Short-haired dogs (e.g., Ethiopian street dogs) get hypothermia
Wardrobe Tip: Use local sweater wool (Avoid wet cotton)
4. Toxic Street Puddles
Addis-Specific Hazards:
- Engine oil runoff (Garage areas)
- Rotting kocho in floodwater
5. Kennel Cough Spike
Why Common in Rainy Season? More dogs shelter together indoors
Prevention: Annual bordetella vaccine
🚑 Emergency Rainy Season Kit
✔ Vet’s Number: 0947159951 (Save as “Dog Emergency”)
✔ Antidiarrheal Meds (For contaminated water incidents)
✔ Towels & Blankets (Stored in waterproof bag)
📌 Did You Know?
“Over 60% of rainy season ER visits are preventable!” – Dr. Kasssu Team
💡 Local Hack:
Line dog beds with plastic grain sacks (Common in Merkato) + blanket for moisture barrier
