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31/10/2024

Please check out these tips to give your pets a happy halloween too.

🎃🐾 Happy Halloween from Petpals! 🐾🎃

Halloween is a fun time for everyone, but it’s important to keep our pets safe during all the festivities! Here are some tips to make sure your furry friends stay happy and healthy tonight:

🍬 Keep Sweets Out of Reach: Many treats, especially chocolate, are dangerous for pets. Make sure sweet bowls are in safe spots, and remind little trick-or-treaters not to share with their furry friends!

🎇 Mind the Decorations: Some Halloween decorations can be tempting to explore or chew on. Keep electrical cords, candles, and breakable decor out of reach.

👻 Costume Comfort: Don't force your pets to wear costumes! If however your pet enjoys dressing up, make sure costumes are comfortable, fit well, and don’t restrict movement, breathing, or vision.

🚪 Reduce Doorbell Stress: Constant doorbell rings can stress some pets. Set up a quiet room with their favourite toys and a cosy bed where they can feel safe if things get too lively.

🏡 Keep Pets Indoors: Loud noises and extra foot traffic can cause pets to bolt. Keep them indoors and ensure your pet’s ID tags and microchip info are up-to-date, just in case.

Have a safe and spooky Halloween! 🎃 🐶🐱

31/10/2024

Happy halloween everyone!! 🎃 Check out those killer-claws!!

22/12/2023

🐾🎄 With the holiday season upon us, it's important to make sure our furry friends stay safe and happy! 🎅🏼🐶 Here are some tips to ensure your pets have a paws-itively wonderful Christmas:

🔌 Keep an eye on decorations: Make sure your festive decor is pet-friendly! Avoid decorations that could be harmful if chewed or ingested, and secure wires to prevent any accidental shocks.

🍬 Mind the treats: While indulging in holiday goodies, remember that some human treats, like chocolate and mince pies, can be harmful to pets. Keep them away from the temptation and opt for pet-friendly treats instead!

🎆 Beware of fireworks: Loud noises from fireworks and celebrations can stress out pets. Create a safe and quiet space for them to retreat to if needed, and consider using calming aids if your pet gets anxious.

🚪 Secure exits: With guests coming and going, be mindful of doors and gates to prevent pets from slipping out unnoticed. A collar with updated ID tags and a microchip can be a lifesaver if they happen to wander off.

🌺 Toxic plants: Poinsettia, Mistletoe, Holly, Ivy & Lilies are all poisonous to pets. When decorating or receiving flowers and plants during the holiday season, make sure they are placed well out of reach of curious pets.

🎁 Gift safety: Keep an eye on gift wrapping and packaging—ribbons, strings, and small toy parts can pose choking hazards. Opt for pet-friendly toys and gifts to keep the holiday spirit fun and safe!

Let's make this holiday season merry and bright for our beloved furry companions too! Share your own tips and tricks for keeping pets safe during Christmas in the comments below. 🐱❤️🐾

21/12/2023

Welcome to our Christmas blog, where we delve into essential tips and precautions to safeguard our beloved pets, making this holiday season not just merry but also safe and comfortable for our loyal companions.