14/12/2024
Source www.rspca.org.uk🎅🏻Keeping your pets calm at Christmas🎄
Christmas can be noisy and chaotic in most homes, so make sure your pets have a safe, calm space they can retreat to.
Cats and Dogs:
🐈Stick to their routine - try to keep food, exercise, bed and toilet break routines the same, as consistency can help pets feel more secure.
🐶Introduce new people carefully - if you have guests coming over, let your dog or cat meet people at their own pace.
🐈Give them somewhere cosy and quiet to retreat to, away from all the excitement, where they won't be disturbed by anyone. Leave toys there to help them associate the area with positive experiences.
🐶Hiding places - you can also give cats hidey-holes to retreat to in case they feel unsure. Try on top of wardrobes or under furniture - even cardboard boxes can make good hiding places.
🐈Don't leave them alone too long - although Christmas is a busy time and there's a lot to do and people to see, be careful about leaving your pet alone for too long.
🐶If you're spending Christmas day with friends or family and your dog is coming with you, take something that smells familiar, like their bed, to help them feel secure. Take some of their favourite toys and chews to help keep them entertained.
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We would like to wish you and your pet a Merry and Safe Christmas!
From Woodmancote Vets.
Please keep an eye out for our Christmas and New Year opening hours!
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