The cicadas are coming.

[Rhoda and Asta]

Asta says welcome to Spring 2016.

If you live in the Northeast, then you have probably heard that the multiple broods of the 17-year cicadas are about to hatch.  While cicadas are not poisonous to dogs, you may want to monitor your furbaby while outside to make sure they don't overindulge.   The outer skeleton of the cicada contains a tough material called chitin that can cause problems when eaten in large quantities. Chitin is also found in lobster shells. If your dog eats cicadas, it's like humans eating a lobster shell. If enough are consumed, your furbaby may experience vomiting or constipation and require a visit to the veterinarian.

[Adina P]

I've never experienced them, but AAAAAACK...I would be dying in anticipation of the swarm.  How long do they last?

[Rhoda and Asta]

Around 4-6 weeks.

[Ginny Nightingale]

Thanks for the warning! I know they are expected this year and never thought about how the dogs might eat them!!