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TIPS FOR PET SAFETY
Leaving your pets outside on
Halloween is not a god idea. There are plenty of tales of malicious people who tease,
injure, steal, torture, even killed peoples pets on Halloween. Keep your cats or dogs
inside for the night if you don't already do it.
For more ideas go to:
Halloween Safety Guide.
As much as your dog
or cat may beg for some of your Halloween candy, always remember that chocolate is deadly to
them in any amount.
If you work in a pet
store, remember that this is the time of year that can be deadly for black cats. Some sick
people who play at being what they'll call a Satanist will buy them to "sacrifice"
If you can, don't take any black cats or sell them during October.
Candy wrappers, such
as tin foil, can get stuck in your pets digestive tract and make them ill or cause death.
There are plenty of recipes for making home made dog and cat treats, you can always make them
on a Halloween note.
Dogs can have lethal
tails, wagging all over the place. Don't leave any lighted candles or Jack-O-Lanterns where
they could be knocked over by a swinging tail or by a curious cat. Not only could your pet
start a fire but they could severely burn themselves in the process.
If you are going to
dress your pet in a costume, keep in mind that unless the dog or cat is extremely receptive to
this kind of thing, you could be causing it discomfort and stress. Some animals don't mind at
all but others do not want to be bothered with this kind of thing. They'll be under enough
stress with the festivities going on outside and people at the door constantly so don't cause
them any more nervousness then you have to. You may love to dress in costume but then, you
aren't a dog or a cat.
Masks on
your cat or dog may sound cute but it's best to forget
adding that to a pet costume. Animals depend on their
vision to let them know what's going on and even the
nicest dog can get snippy if he can't see what's around
him. If you do decide to "torture" your
pet with a mask, make sure that the eye holes are big enough for them to see
peripherally.
If you are having a
indoor party, make sure that you put your dog or cat in a room where they won't be disturbed.
Unless your pet is ultra friendly and doesn't mind loud noises, music and lots of people you
should keep them separate for the night. Also, be careful your cat or dog doesn't dart out
through the open door as you hand out candy. Best bet is to just put them in a room with
some food and water for the night and check on them once in a while to let them know
everything is fine.
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