Cicada Invasion 2024: Chicago Pet Owners Beware! How To Keep Your Pets Safe
Get ready for the cicada invasion, Chicago! Keep your pets safe with these tips from the Cook County Department of Animal and Rabies Control. 🐛 #CicadaInvasion #PetSafety #ChicagoNews
🐶 Keep Your Furry Friends Safe
Chicago, IL – As the weather warms up, billions of cicadas are expected to emerge in Illinois in late May or early June. The Cook County Department of Animal and Rabies Control in Chicago wants pet owners to be prepared for this once-in-a-lifetime event. They say it’s important to protect your pets during this time, as the cicadas could startle or even harm them if they eat too many.
🌳 A Historic Emergence
This year, two different groups of cicadas are coming out at the same time, which hasn’t happened in over 200 years! While cicadas don’t bite, sting, or carry diseases, their sheer numbers and loud buzzing could be overwhelming for our four-legged friends.
🐕 Tips for Pet Owners
If your pet seems scared of the cicadas, try bringing them inside to a quiet, comfortable spot where they can relax. When you take your dog out for walks, make sure to keep them on a leash so they don’t get spooked and run off. And while it might be funny to watch your pet munch on a few cicadas, too many of these crunchy critters could upset their tummy or even cause a blockage.
By the way, if you’re interested in eating cicada yourself, they are probably pretty nasty. But these cicada cakes from a local bakery aren’t: they are tasty!
🩺 When to Call the Vet
Keep an eye out for signs that your pet might have overdone it on the cicada buffet. If you notice vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, or a lot of drooling, it’s time to give your vet a call. They can help you figure out the best way to help your furry friend feel better.
😊 Enjoy the Show!
While the cicada invasion might seem a bit scary at first, it’s also an incredible opportunity to witness a natural wonder. So take a deep breath, keep your pets close, and enjoy this amazing display of nature’s resilience and beauty. Who knows, maybe you and your four-legged bestie will even find a new appreciation for these noisy little bugs!
🗣 Are you looking forward to this historic cicada invasion? What kind of dog do you have? Give your furry friend a shout-out! We’d LOVE to hear from you in the comments section below. ⬇️
