How Do You Safely Store Pet Medication?
Most people are very careful to see that the pets they love get their medicine on time and in the right dose. Often little thought is given to the storage of these medicines. When prescription bottles are left out on the counter with the microwave oven and the morning mail, it can create a health risk for everyone in your home. Here are some tips for safe storage of your pet’s medication. Always store your pet’s medicine in its original packaging. Medicines in unmarked containers can lead to misuse over time. Be sure to store pet medicine at the proper temperature. Your veterinarian should let you know what you need to do to keep your pet’s medicine from spoiling. Some pet medicines need to be refrigerated to keep them fresh. If you don’t receive specific instructions, it is best to store pet medication in a cool, dark place where it will not be exposed to direct sunlight or temperature extremes. Make sure your pets and kids can’t get into pet medicine. Kids and animals are both curiou
