It’s the spookiest time of the year again! Halloween is a time to dress up, eat candy and have fun but remember, you cannot forget about your pets. It’s important to keep your furry friends safe during this ghostly time. There are four main hazards you should keep in mind this upcoming Halloween so you won’t have to make a trip to your animal hospital!
Dog costumes can be dangerous.
Many people decide they want to dress up their dogs on Halloween. Ok these costumes ideas are adorable, but these costumes could be harmful to your pet. Fido and Fifi might decide their costume looks more delicious than cute, which could lead to choking. These costumes could also be too tight, causing a cut off in circulation. Don’t ever force a costume on your dog. This could scare your pet and they may become very uncomfortable.
Candy can be harmful to your dog.
Don’t forget, candy is not good for dogs! While you may not think twice about leaving your candy laying around the house on Halloween, your little guy or gal will be anxiously waiting for you to leave a little treat lying around. This could lead to many pet health problems, and you don’t want to have to visit an animal emergency room on Halloween! Don’t want to leave your pet out of the trick-or-treating fun? Try these dog safe Halloween treats for your faithful companion to enjoy.
Leaving doors open could cause problems
With so many people coming and going throughout the night, it’s important to be mindful of not letting your furry friend sneak out. This would be a perfect opportunity for your dog to make a run for it. Be prepared by calling your veterinarian to make sure your pet is microchipped. This is a best practice for all animal owners, no matter the time of year.
Decorations can hurt your furry friend.
Don’t forget that curiosity killed the cat and they, along with dogs, will get into anything. Keep this in mind when setting up pumpkins around the house and lighting candles. Their tails could knock over candles, leading to a number of horrible scenarios. With pumpkins lying around, your dog could get curious and decide to begin tasting the new treat.
You can always include your dog in the Halloween fun; just remember these hazards to avoid any nightmares. If you do have an accident, do not hesitate to give LazyPaw Animal Hospitals a call. Have a fun and safe Halloween!