
10/31/2023
Happy Halloween!
Here are some pet safety tips to make Halloween safer for your pets…
Don't feed pets Halloween treats!
Raisins can cause your pet’s kidneys to fail, and candy may contain substances toxic to pets, such as chocolate or xylitol.
Make sure your pets have identification!
Pets should be wearing a collar with an ID tag and be microchipped. This will make it easy for someone to contact you and return them home in case they escape through an open door while you're distracted with trick-or-treaters.
Keep lit candles, jack-o-lanterns, and other Halloween decorations out of reach of pets.
Keep all human costume pieces away from pets, along with glow sticks, decorations, batteries, and other holiday items.
If you plan to put a costume on your pet, make sure it follows these guidelines:
Fits properly and is comfortable
Doesn't have any pieces that easily can be chewed off or cause choking
Doesn't block your pet's sight, hearing, breathing, mouth, or movement
Never ever leave a costumed pet unsupervised.
It is best to put your pet in a room away from the front door during trick-or-treating hours, and provide them with a safe hiding place.
Keep your pet indoors or on a leash during any spooky festivities