How to protect domestic animals from the environmental threat in the CDMX

The poor air quality continues in the country's capital. Only in the valley of Mexico pollution levels are so high that the authorities had to declare a Extraordinary atmospheric particulate matter (PM2.5) and Ozone to protect the health of human beings, but how do we take care of our pets?

The atmospheric monitoring system informs you about the air quality in Mexico City recorded 140 particle points PM2.5, which is considered bad conditions.

Pollution appeared in recent days in the central region of the country was caused by fires from this atmospheric basin and its surroundingsIn addition, there are adverse conditions for the dispersion of pollution.

The exposure of fine particles can cause several diseases in humans such as: throat irritation, runny nose, eye irritation, feeling of chest tightness and shortness of breath. However, they can even cause terminal illnesses, such as cancer, when you are exposed for a long time.

Faced with the warning that has generated poor air quality, the Megalopolis Environment Commission (CAME) has issued a series of measures to protect health, including: Avoid outdoor activities and intense exercisesmainly in schools, which increases the dose of inhaled pollutants.

It's also fundamental permanently moisturizeat least 1.5 liters of water a day. Do not wear contact lenses and if you feel uncomfortable, consult your doctor.

It has been recommended that people make work at home easierespecially for workers belonging to sensitive groups.

But not only must we protect human beings, but also those who are spoiled at home: our pets.

Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Zootechnics of the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) issued a series of recommendations to take care of the health of our petsSince your nose is more developed, your nose and throat are more sensitive than people's, so it's important to protect them.

If your pet is used to external needs, It is important to do it quickly and not to exercise, shake or walk too much

Animals must also stay in confined spaces so that they do not breathe polluted air, do not let them sleep under the stars.

It also protects your drinkers and your dishes so that they are not exposed to fine particles.

The faculty of the house of study maximum has emphasized that in case of change of the state of health of your dog, your cat or your bird, take with a specialist. Extreme caution recommended with puppies, sick animals and those who are already very old.