Now that the Thanksgiving holiday has come and gone it is time to start thinking about the Christmas holiday! As with all holidays it can bring some risks for your pets. When getting the house decorated remember some of these tips to protect your pet.
When it comes to food it goes for the same as for the thanksgiving holiday. For Christmas the additional concern is candy to keep away. Candy canes are a popular choice but it should be kept away from your pets. Other foods that need to be out of reach is chocolate, onion, bones, and grapes. Another one that should be kept away is alcohol. No holiday drinks for the pups : )
When you decorate the tree, make sure that your pets do not get into it. Many years ago we had a cat and he climbed the tree and made the whole tree tumble over. Thankfully, we were home. Make sure that electrical wires are secure and that the pets cannot get to them and chew. Avoid tinsel, this can cause serious problems for your cats. If you have candles lit in the house be careful when leaving the room. The cat or pups can bump into it. Make sure that they are high enough up where they cannot reach and the counter is secure to hold the candle.
As always, make sure your pet has somewhere to go if they need to escape. Whether it is family over or a holiday party, sometimes your pet may need some time alone to settle down from all the commotion.
Happy Paw-lidays! : )
See more at : http://waggitytails.com/getting-ready-holiday-pets
No comments:
Post a Comment