Pet Health at Halloween
The Tribune posted an article reminding everyone about their pets on Halloween and the importance of protecting them. Pets also get scared from the many costumes and kids coming to the door. They posted some tips from the Animal Shelter.
• Don't leave you pet outside unattended on Halloween. Halloween pranks committed against pets can be vicious and cats are particularly at risk.
• Halloween treats are for people, not pets. Candy wrappers and lollipop sticks can be hazardous if swallowed and chocolate can be poisonous for some types of pets.
• Keep pumpkins out of reach of curious noses and paws. Pets may knock over a lit pumpkin and cause a fire.
• Despite how much fun it is for people, many pets don't enjoy getting dressed up for Halloween. If you do dress your pet, be sure it's a costume that doesn't interfere with the pet's ability to breathe, see, hear, move or bark.
• Consider keeping your pet in a separate room, away from the door, when trick-or-treaters arrive. Strange people in even stranger clothes can frighten some pets.
• When you do answer the door for visitors, make sure that your pet doesn't suddenly head for the great outdoors. In case your pet does escape, make sure that it is wearing the proper identification.
All of these seem reasonable and I encourage everyone to think about their pet’s health and safety as well this weekend.
• Don't leave you pet outside unattended on Halloween. Halloween pranks committed against pets can be vicious and cats are particularly at risk.
• Halloween treats are for people, not pets. Candy wrappers and lollipop sticks can be hazardous if swallowed and chocolate can be poisonous for some types of pets.
• Keep pumpkins out of reach of curious noses and paws. Pets may knock over a lit pumpkin and cause a fire.
• Despite how much fun it is for people, many pets don't enjoy getting dressed up for Halloween. If you do dress your pet, be sure it's a costume that doesn't interfere with the pet's ability to breathe, see, hear, move or bark.
• Consider keeping your pet in a separate room, away from the door, when trick-or-treaters arrive. Strange people in even stranger clothes can frighten some pets.
• When you do answer the door for visitors, make sure that your pet doesn't suddenly head for the great outdoors. In case your pet does escape, make sure that it is wearing the proper identification.
All of these seem reasonable and I encourage everyone to think about their pet’s health and safety as well this weekend.
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