How to Take Care of Pets on Holi For those who keep cats, dogs, or other animals at home, they are like members of the family. In this way, some people color not only domesticated dogs and cats but also street animals on the day of Holi. Doing so may be harmful to the health of these animals.
Animal care on Holi
Do not use chemical dyes
Chemical colors used in Holi are not suitable to be applied to animals. It not only causes allergies on their skin but can also cause other health problems.
Take special care of the eyes
Every animal’s eyes are very delicate. We should also take care of our pet’s eyes in general. The colors used in Holi are usually chemical. This can lead to burning eyes or blindness in animals.
Take a shower
If you have played Holi with your pets, give them a quick bath. Use a shampoo or soap made for animals. By doing this, their hair color will be removed. Dry their hair quickly after bathing.
Don’t eat the colors
Animals have a habit of licking everything. The most important thing in such cases is to make sure that they do not get color in their mouths.
On the other hand, water is filled with colors on Holi. If the animals drink that water by leaning on it, they will not only have stomach problems, but the color mixed with chemicals can slowly cause them to suffer, like slow poison.
Shelter the animal
Your home is the safest place for pets to play with colors during Holi. Keep your pets in a room where they feel comfortable and safe.
If you have a dog or animal on your street, consider sheltering it in your home that day.