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fatigue and overheating. Drinking salt water is a bad idea and in large amounts can be dangerous.

• Make sure your dog has been treated for fleas and ticks. Ticks carry many diseases including Lyme. If you spend time outdoors check yourself and your dog for ticks throughout the day and before you head inside.

• Dogs can sunburn. Breeds with fair skin and fur have an increased risk, as do dogs with shorter, thinner fur.

and nerve damage, gastrointestinal symptoms, and skin irritations. Algae blooms typically occur during the warmer months. Fortunately, most Maine lakes are not known to support blooms. To learn more or to view a map of lakes that may be at risk visit: https://www.maine.gov/dep/ water/lakes/cyanobacteria. html

• Always clean up after your dog!

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