Halloween Pet Dangers
posted by Melissa Breyer Oct 27, 2010 5:01 pm
Most of us want to involve our pets in all of the action and excitement of our lives; but it’s not always so great for our pets. Consider Halloween. Consider it from a pet’s perspective, to be specific: the doorbell ringing repeatedly; a parade of yelling sugar-fueled “creatures” behind the door; toxic chocolate to find; decorations to get tangled up in; and how about the dreaded pet costume? (OK, I understand that not all pets are shamed by costumes, but I just keep thinking of my daughters’ dog Winky and his look of abject misery when the doggie witch costume comes out of the closet.)
It’s important to keep your pets safe this Halloween by thinking around the holiday excitement, and being aware of the little catastrophes lurking in the night. Here’s a round-up of tips from animal protection groups compiled by consumeraffairs.org:
- Don’t give Halloween candy to dogs and cats. Candy can be harmful to pets and chocolate is toxic to dogs, cats, and ferrets. Candies that have the artificial sweetener xylitol can also be poisonous to dogs–even small amounts can cause a sudden drop in blood sugar and lead to depression, lack of coordination and seizures. Symptoms of chocolate ingestion can include vomiting, diarrhea, hyperactivity, and increased thirst, urination and heart rate, and even seizures. See 10 Foods Poisonous to Pets for more information.
- Avoid putting costumes on pets. Many dogs and cats don’t like costumes, and some can confine or restrict their movements. If you do dress up your pet, make sure the costume doesn’t impair their movement, hearing, sight or ability to breathe or bark. Also check the costume for any choking hazards. A safer alternative is a simple Halloween bandanna.
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SYLVIA B. let pets be pets??? did you read this? its all about protecting yr animals or do you care? you shd be grateful for the information.
Halloween is a celebration of evil and full of superstitions. It's not hard to see the demons in it, and the way mean people act toward animals, at this time of year. Don't be deceived that it's cute for children either. Ghosts are really fallen angels (demons) portraying a person that has died.
Satan has many tactics that look harmless & fun, yet are against God and his purposes.
Bible says "quit touching the unclean thing"
my dog loves watermelon, bananas, apples and carrots. these ingredients are in many healthy dog food. might believe that these foods are infact good for my dog
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Many pets get freaked out with all the activities that go on in a house. Be considerate of your little 4 legged friend. They'll be happier for it.
Cheers!
Bernita
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