Are Cicadas Safe For Your Pets?

Issue #090

17 May

In this What’s Up Columbia issue…

🗓 List of Upcoming Events

☁️ Columbia Weather - Cloudy with a high of 72

🐶 Are Cicadas Safe For Your Pets? 

🐴 This Weekend: The Franklin Rodeo

🛍 Shop the Muletown Flea Market on Saturday!

🎵 This Week’s Live Music

📌 Columbia’s Best Kept Secret: Is Your Business One of Them?

🗓 Know of Some Local Events Not Listed? Send us the Details! 

Upcoming Local Events

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Friday, May 17th

Saturday, May 18th

Sunday, May 19th

Monday, May 20th

Tuesday, May 21st

  • May Meeting of Marine Corps League LCPL Andrew P. Carpenter Detachment 1286 - All Marine, Navy veterans & spouses welcome. (Memorial Bldg, 308 West 7th) Email w/ any questions. - 6:00 PM

Thursday, May 23rd

Friday, May 24th

  • The VFW Post 4969 will be set up at the Co-op (975 Riverview Ln) for their Memorial Day Poppy Day (May 24 & 25)

Saturday, May 25th

Tuesday, May 28th

Are Cicadas Safe For Your Pets?

Step outside and you can’t ignore the persistent sound of millions of cicadas, expected to linger until mid to late June. Many pet owners are curious about whether these insects are safe for pets to consume.

Cicadas are not poisonous and do not bite or sting. However, the American Kennel Club advises pet owners to be cautious, as dogs eating too many cicadas can face digestive problems. The insects' hard exoskeletons and stiff wings can cause issues.

Staff at Williamson County Animal Center (WCAC) provided guidance on what to monitor. They noted that if dogs show interest in live cicadas, owners should watch for signs of vomiting and diarrhea caused by crunching on the insect shells. Cicadas can become softer after rain and humidity, which may lessen the concern, but owners should still be vigilant.

If a dog appears to have consumed an excessive amount of cicadas, WCAC staff recommend contacting a veterinarian for advice.

This Weekend: The Franklin Rodeo

Credit: Franklin Rodeo Facebook Page

The Franklin Rodeo is produced by the Franklin Noon Rotary Club and since it began back in 1949, it is billed as one of the longest running charity events in Middle Tennessee and one of the largest rodeos east of the Mississippi!

Over the years, the Rotary has invested rodeo proceeds of over $4 million back into the community. The Franklin Rodeo is sanctioned by the PRCA (Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association) which brings world champion and top ranked contestants to Franklin each year.

May 17 - 18
7:00 - 9:30 PM
Williamson County Ag Expo Park
4215 Long Ln, Franklin, TN

Shop the Muletown Flea Market on Saturday!

Shop local artisans tomorrow at the Muletown Flea Market!

Vintage / Antiques, Jewelry, Baked Goods, Candles, Crotchet and so much more!

Pro Tip: Make a full afternoon of it and grab lunch/snack at one of the spots at the Columbia Arts Center (Meat Social, Cult Persona, Loco Lemon) or Row & Co. (Gold’s Deli, Mama Mila’s, Bag of Joy Bagel Co., Bradley Mountain) 😋

Saturday, May 18th
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
1200 South High Street, Columbia, TN

🎵 This Week’s Live Music 🎵

Columbia’s Best Kept Secret: Is Your Business One of Them? 

We ❤️ love local businesses!

We know our community is brimming with businesses that have fascinating stories and big hearts. If you're a local business owner making waves, crafting unique experiences, or simply putting a smile on our faces, we want to chat with you! "What’s Up Columbia!" is eager to shine a light on the unsung heroes of our town. Let's collaborate and let the community know what makes your business special. Send us a message, and let's celebrate the spirit of Columbia together!

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