Halloween Safety Tips for Dogs
Trick or Treating with your dog can be tremendous fun. However each year vets report many injuries to dogs that could have been avoided with a little thought and planning. Here are some important safety tips to keep in mind.
Not all dogs enjoy the excitement that comes along with the holiday. Many dogs are frightened at the sight of human in costume.
1. Keep a firm grip on your dog with a well constructed leash. Check your dog’s leash for signs of wear and tear that may have occurred over the summer months.
2. Make sure your dog’s ID tags are current. Some dogs tend to bolt and run when the front door is opened for Trick or Treaters.
3. If you are not Trick or Treating with your dog, keep him indoors during the hours when Trick or Treaters are parading the streets. There have been reports of taunting and theft of pets during this time of year. Keep your pet safe and out of harm’s way.
4. Keep your dog out of the candy bowl! Note: Chocolate contains theobromine, which can cause nerve damage and even death in dogs. The darker the chocolate, the more concentrated it is -- and the smaller the lethal dose.
5. Explain to everyone in the house, especially children, the dangers of sharing their candy with the dog.
6. Supervise your pet at all times when wearing Halloween costumes. These costumes are cute and meant to be fun, but they are not dog toys. Parts of a costume can be chewed off by your dog and cause choking hazards.
7. Keep candles, jack ‘o lanterns and other Halloween decoration out of reach of your dog.
8. Symptoms of chocolate poisoning: excessive drooling, excessive urination, pupil dilation, rapid heartbeat, vomiting, diarrhea, muscle tremors or seizures. Get emergency medical help immediately.
9. Keep a First Aid Kit available at all times. Print out this Animal CPR Brochure and keep on hand with your first aid kit.
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