It comes after a veterinary surgeon in Hampshire said a sunburnt cat had to have her ears amputated.
If an animal’s skin gets too much exposure to sunshine it can lead to sunburn, and in the long term, raises the risk of skin cancer.
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Hair is a good protection, but not all of our pets’ skin is covered in fur. “If you can see the pink skin yourself with your eye, the sun can get to it,” said Dr Katharine Nelson, director of general practice at the Royal Veterinary College.
What are the main risk areas?
Often, owners don’t notice sunburn happening, but when the cat is older, they may notice bleeding or scabs on the ears, which is a possible sign of skin cancer.
Dogs may have vulnerable skin next to their nose (Photo: Dansin/Getty Images/iStockphoto)
Which sun creams are best?
Sun creams designed for humans should not be used because they may be licked off and can have ingredients that are harmful for pets, like zinc oxide.
That’s the tricky part. Dr Ashman advised taking things slowly, perhaps applying the cream while your pet is eating a treat. It may also be necessary to distract them for some time afterwards so they don’t immediately lick off the cream. “It needs to soak in,” she said.
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“Ensure pets do not sunbathe for too long and have access to plenty of fresh water and shade,” she said. “Mild cases of sunburn often heal within a few days, but owners can relieve symptoms by placing a cold compress onto the affected areas and ensuring their pet is kept out of any further sunshine.”
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