While the clocks changing means brighter mornings and an extra hour in bed, the JSPCA is reminding islanders that their pets’ habits don’t change quite as easily
Our four-legged friends are creatures of habits, and routines like feeding and walking can take them time to adapt to.
The JSPCA recommends pet owners to make gradual adjustments, so pets have time to adjust.
With nights drawing in faster, after work walks will likely be by moonlight.
Consider getting reflective leads, collars or clothing so you and your pet can be spotted on dark roads.
Cat-owners should consider keeping their feline friends indoors overnight. Darkness will coincide with busy commuter periods, making wandering cats harder to spot on busy roads.
It also recommends owners to make sure their pets’ microchips are up to date, so if they do go walkies or end up lost in the dark, they can be identified and brought home.
