What to keep in mind for the safety of your pets as cicadas emerge [Video]

The cicadas are coming! Should you be concerned about your pets?

“Just don’t let them eat too many. Great time to work on some training, great time to work on ‘drop it’ or ‘leave it’,” said Sandra Faeh, president-elect of the American Veterinary Medical Association.

“They are excited about these things that are moving around and flying a little bit and want to chase and catch them, so don’t stick your hand in their mouth, don’t get bit. It’s OK if they eat one or two,” she explained.

Luckily, cicadas are not toxic to cats and dogs. They also don’t sting or bite. But if your pet eats too many, it could cause an upset stomach.

“The discarded shells are a little sharp and even a little brittle so there is a small chance that they may irritate when they swallow them, or they may kind of gag or act …