Halloween is right around the corner! Halloween can be scary and stressful for some pets and pet parents. Here are a few quick safety tips to ensure your pets safety:
Take your indoor/outdoor kitties inside for a few days around Halloween- Black cats especially have been known to be subject of cruel incidents
Don't leave pets out in the yard on Halloween- Unfortunately, it has been reported that many pets are victims of awful pranks and are teased, injured, or even stolen.
Keep pets away/confined from the door- Halloween costumes can be intimidating to some dogs, children will be yelling loudly, and dogs that are territorial may growl and bark at trick-or-treaters
Keep candy in a location where the dog cannot reach- Many candies are toxic to dogs such as chocolate and candies which contain xylotil (gum and other chewy treats VERY TOXIC).
Pumpkins out of reach- Some dogs can be allergic to pumpkins. Also some paints that we use to decorate can be toxic as well as the candles inside.
Keep decoration wires and cords out of reach
Don't dress your pet unless you know they like it! Halloween can be stressful enough, and to make your pet wear a heavy/bulky costume on top of the noise will only increase the stress level.
Try on costume prior to he big night. Make sure it isn't so tight it restricts barking/meowing, or movement. Also to make sure your pet doesn't have an allergic reaction to the material. If your pet is just putting up with a costume, try a bandana! Most pets will tolerate this festive piece.
ID tags! - IF your pet is to get lost, you'll want to be sure they have their ID tags on so you can recover them quickly and easily. http://www.petmd.com/dog/seasonal/evr_multi_halloween_safety_tips?page=2
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